2013 Fiat Panda 1.2L Petrol · SF63 MDX

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a reactive approach to repairs rather than proactive upkeep. The latest test on 6 January 2026 at 79,121 miles shows a pass immediately following a failure involving multiple lighting faults and incorrect indicators. While the car met the minimum standard, the recurring presence of a porous or corroded engine sump from 2023 through 2026 indicates a persistent oil leak that the owner has merely monitored rather than addressed. At 79,121 miles over 13 years, the Panda averages approximately 6,000 miles per year, which is consistent with low-use city driving patterns. The data shows a significant burst of activity between November 2023 and January 2026, where the vehicle covered nearly 10,000 miles between tests. However, the failure in November 2023 at 69,485 miles highlighted critical neglect of basic safety, including fractured coil springs and exposed tyre cords, suggesting the vehicle was often driven to the point of mechanical failure before attention was sought. A buyer must inspect the front suspension thoroughly, as the 2023 failure recorded two broken coil springs which often indicates significant wear on related components like shock absorbers. The exhaust system also showed a major flange leak in that period that should be verified to ensure the repair was effective and not merely temporary. Given the persistent engine sump corrosion, check for fresh oil pooling on the undertcarriage and gearbox housing to ensure the leak has not progressed into a functional failure that could cause engine damage.