2016 Fiat Panda 0.9L Petrol · GD66 AUP

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status following a clean MOT pass in January 2026 at 33,947 miles. This recent result indicates an improving trend in maintenance compared to the multiple defects recorded in the December 2024 test. While the 2024 record flagged significant issues across the exhaust and braking systems, the lack of advisories in the most recent test suggests the owner has addressed the pressing mechanical and consumable faults that were previously identified. The mileage profile is notably low for a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,400 miles per year. Data shows a consistent pattern of low usage, with the car covering only 3,654 miles between the November 2021 and January 2026 tests over a five-year period. However, this low mileage often correlates with the degradation of rubber-based components due to age rather than wear, which is evidenced by the perished tyres and worn shock bushes noted in late 2024 despite the low total distance driven. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the suspension and braking assembly, as these areas show recurring patterns of wear. The tester flagged thin rear brake pads in both 2023 and 2024, and the steering rack inner joint showed play back in 2022. Although the 2026 pass cleared the exhaust flexi and prop shaft bearing issues, the underside should be inspected to ensure no new leaks or play have developed. Given the history of perishing rear tyres in 2024, the sidewalls of all current tyres must be checked for cracking to ensure they have not aged out despite having sufficient remaining tread.