2013 Fiat Panda 0.9L Petrol · NV62 FJC

The 2013 Fiat Panda presents a stable and improving maintenance trend, culminating in a clean pass on 31 March 2026 at 44,665 miles with zero defects recorded. The preceding failure on 6 March 2026 at 44,434 miles also carried no recorded defects, suggesting the initial failure was likely an administrative or procedural issue rather than a mechanical fault. The vehicle has passed every recorded MOT since at least March 2024, indicating consistent roadworthiness and attentive upkeep by the current keeper. The mileage profile is notably low for a 13-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,436 miles per year. Between the March 2024 pass at 38,568 miles and the March 2026 pass at 44,665 miles, the car covered roughly 6,097 miles over two years, which is modest but not unusually so. The gap between the February 2025 failure at 41,313 miles and the March 2026 test at 44,665 miles shows around 3,352 miles accumulated in just over 12 months, a steady and unremarkable rate. There are no suspicious mileage reversals or large unexplained gaps in the record. Despite the clean MOT history, a buyer should still carry out a thorough physical inspection. Low-mileage vehicles that stand for extended periods can develop seized brake calipers, perished rubber suspension bushes, and corroded brake discs or exhaust components that may not yet trigger a test failure. The Panda's subframe and floor pan should be examined for structural corrosion, particularly around the rear suspension mounting points and inner wing arches, as these are common deterioration points on this model. Tyre condition deserves attention too; low annual mileage often means the same set of tyres ages out long before they wear out, leading to cracking and reduced grip that a standard MOT may not flag until it becomes severe. A test drive should confirm that the clutch, gearbox, and steering feel tight and free from the slackness that can develop on city cars used predominantly for short urban journeys.