2010 Fiat Panda 1.1L Petrol · WJ10 USY

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a concerning trend of reactive repairs rather than preventative care. While the car passed its most recent test in December 2025 at 77,352 miles, it carried a heavy list of advisories that indicate multiple components are nearing the end of their functional life. The record shows recurring issues with the suspension and braking systems, suggesting that the owner only performs the minimum work required to pass the inspection rather than addressing underlying mechanical wear. At 77,352 miles, this 16-year-old Panda has covered low mileage, averaging approximately 4,800 miles per year. This low usage often leads to age-related degradation of rubber components rather than mechanical exhaustion. The data shows a gap of roughly 3,200 miles between January 2024 and December 2024, confirming this low usage pattern. However, the presence of a perished nearside rear tyre in 2025 suggests the vehicle may sit for long periods, leading to dry rot despite the low distance driven. A buyer must scrutinise the entire front suspension and braking system. The tester repeatedly flagged issues with the MacPherson strut bushes and shock absorbers, moving from a serious fluid leak in late 2024 to a worn bush by late 2025. The binding nearside front service brake and the imbalanced rear brakes noted in December 2025 indicate the calipers or cylinders require urgent attention. Furthermore, the front tyres are consistently at the legal limit and showing uneven wear, which likely points to an alignment issue or worn suspension geometry components. The exhaust system has also shown signs of decline. A minor leak in early 2024 that escalated to a major leak by December 2024 confirms the system is corroding. Given the age of the vehicle, a physical inspection for structural corrosion on the sills and mounting points is essential, as the record does not provide recent structural advisories which are common on this older Fiat model.