2009 Fiat Panda 1.1L Petrol · RO09 UUC

The vehicle presents a questionable roadworthiness status characterized by a pattern of immediate failures followed by successful passes. While the most recent test on 18 July 2025 at 107,693 miles resulted in a failure with no recorded defects, the historical data suggests a reactive maintenance approach rather than proactive care. The trend of failing the initial MOT presentation in both 2023 and 2024 indicates that the owner only addresses mechanical issues when forced by a legal requirement, rather than maintaining the vehicle to an optimum standard. At 17 years old with 107,693 miles, this Fiat Panda averages approximately 6,335 miles per year, which aligns with typical UK usage patterns for a small city car. The record shows consistent annual mileage, with roughly 9,000 miles covered between July 2023 and July 2024, and another 10,600 miles between July 2024 and July 2025. This steady accumulation suggests the vehicle is used regularly, though the age-related degradation of rubber components and metal remains a factor. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the structural integrity, specifically checking the sills, rear arches, and floor pans where these models are prone to significant corrosion. Because the history shows failures without specific defect descriptions in the summary, the issues likely involved minor items like lighting, wipers, or exhaust emissions that were rectified immediately after the test. Pay close attention to the suspension bushes and brake caliper play, as the reactive maintenance style suggests these components may be nearing failure regardless of the passing test.