2010 Fiat Panda 1.1L Petrol · S4 SOW

The vehicle remains roadworthy but the maintenance history shows a trend of worsening degradation in the suspension system. While it passed the latest test in August 2025 at 55,219 miles, several recurring advisories have persisted across multiple years. The persistent corrosion on both front coil springs and the oil misting on the offside front shock absorber have appeared since at least 2023, indicating that these components are reaching the end of their functional life despite the low annual mileage driven. At 16 years old, the recorded mileage of 55,219 miles is significantly low, averaging approximately 3,450 miles per year. The data shows consistent but infrequent usage, with only 1,126 miles covered between August 2024 and August 2025. However, low mileage often correlates with age-related issues rather than mechanical wear, such as rubber perishation and moisture buildup on metal components, which is evident here in the progressive corrosion of the exhaust system and the worn shock absorber bushes noted in the record. A buyer must prioritize a close inspection of the front suspension and the exhaust system. The tester flagged the front exhaust downpipe support as corroding away in 2025, which follows a minor leak in the rear silencer noted in 2024; this suggests the structural integrity of the exhaust mounting is failing. Furthermore, the transition from slightly worn rear shock bushes in 2023 to excessively worn bushes in 2024 indicates that the suspension geometry requires immediate attention to prevent further handling issues or misalignment.