2009 Fiat Panda 1.2L Petrol · GF59 LLW

The 2026-06-18 verdict indicates that the vehicle is roadworthy, but the maintenance trend is clearly worsening rather than stable or improving. The most recent test at 92,609 miles in September 2025 was a failure, and this same vehicle failed again on 2025-09-10, demonstrating a consistent pattern of deterioration. This second failure at a significantly higher mileage confirms that the vehicle has been exposed to severe wear without adequate intervention, suggesting a lack of basic upkeep. The mileage accumulation relative to the vehicle's 17-year age reveals a critical gap in maintenance. With roughly 5,448 miles per year, the vehicle has accumulated 92,609 miles, placing it at approximately 5,448 miles annually. This rapid growth indicates that the owner has been driving the car with minimal effort or long periods of inactivity, leading to accelerated wear on suspension components, brake discs, and drivetrain parts. The lack of recorded maintenance history between the two failed tests further supports the conclusion that basic upkeep was skipped, allowing structural issues to escalate into dangerous conditions. Given the recurring faults such as nearside brake effort inadequacy, brake imbalance, and oil misting, the vehicle is not safe to drive without immediate professional inspection. The buyer must inspect the suspension bushes, coil springs, and binding calipers for binding or excessive play, as well as check for structural integrity of the exhaust system and corrosion on brake discs. A buyer should also verify that the front and rear position lamps and direction indicators are functioning correctly, as these components are critical for the vehicle's safety and compliance with roadworthiness standards.