2009 Fiat Panda 1.1L Petrol · LO59 AAJ

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a pattern of reactive repairs rather than preventative care. The most recent test in December 2025 at 69,182 miles passed with advisories for front tyres reaching the legal wear limit and discoloured indicator lenses. This represents a slight improvement from the mechanical failures seen in previous years, though the persistence of tyre wear advisories suggests a history of delay in addressing basic consumable items until they reach a point of failure or near-failure status. At 17 years old, the recorded mileage of 69,182 miles is significantly low, averaging approximately 4,070 miles per year. The data shows consistent annual usage, with roughly 2,600 miles driven between the December 2024 and December 2025 tests. While low mileage generally reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine, it often leads to the accelerated degradation of rubber components and dry rot, which is evidenced by the perishing tyres and structural-related corrosion issues noted in the late 2022 records. A buyer must specifically inspect the exhaust system, as a minor leak from the front flexi-pipe was a recurring fault appearing in 2022, 2023, and 2024. Although it passed most recently, the frequency of this advisory indicates the component is nearing the end of its functional life. The 2022 failure regarding front lower suspension arm bushes and corroded rear coil springs requires a thorough physical check of the chassis to ensure that corrosion has not progressed beyond the replaceable components. Given the age of the vehicle and low mileage, a close look for structural rust on the mounting points and suspension is essential, as these vehicles often suffer from moisture retention during long periods of inactivity.