2013 Fiat Panda 1.2L Petrol · FN13 AEB

The September 2026 test at 62,731 miles passed the Panda but recorded advisories on the front brake disc (worn, pitted and scored), the nearside front and rear tyres (worn close to the legal limit and showing cracking), and a near‑side front tyre with slight damage. The immediate preceding 2025‑03‑17 failure for an excessively worn suspension arm pin or bush was rectified within two days, and the following 2025‑03‑19 test showed no defects. This pattern indicates an improving maintenance trend after a single suspension issue, yet the latest test highlights ongoing consumable wear that warrants attention. Mileage accumulation has been modest relative to the vehicle’s age. Between 2020 (41,746 mi) and 2021 (43,485 mi) the car gained only 1,739 mi, and the annual increase has slowed to roughly 2,000 mi in 2025‑2026. Overall usage averages about 4,800 mi per year, which is low for a 13‑year‑old model and suggests periods of limited operation. A prospective buyer should inspect the tyres for tread depth and cracking, the front brake disc and pads for wear, and the suspension arm bush and shock‑absorber bushes for excessive play. The anti‑roll bar ball joint and rear position lamp should be checked for wear or failure, and the coolant system examined for leaks that have appeared repeatedly. The rear seat latch and wiper blades also merit visual confirmation, as these items have been flagged historically. Any signs of corrosion on chassis components or structural panels should be noted, given the age of the vehicle.