2017 Fiat Panda 1.2L Petrol · WP17 DKA

The 2026-02-27 MOT record confirms that the vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a critical deterioration trend that has worsened over the past four years. The most recent failure on 2026-02-27 was a nearside rear tyre tread depth below the 1.6mm legal limit, which is a serious structural defect requiring immediate replacement. This single failure, combined with the repeated failures on 2025-02-28 and 2024-03-01, demonstrates that the vehicle has not undergone adequate basic upkeep since 2023, creating a significant risk of catastrophic failure in the nearside suspension and braking system. The mileage accumulation since the initial 2026-02-27 test shows a rapid increase of approximately 12,210 miles, averaging roughly 3,000 miles per year. This pattern suggests that the owner has been using the vehicle heavily or has been unable to maintain the required mileage intervals, leading to accelerated wear on critical components. While the initial 2026-02-27 test passed, the subsequent failures indicate that the vehicle is not currently roadworthy, as the mechanical risks associated with suspension bushings, brake discs, and structural integrity have become unacceptably high. Given the recurring faults in the suspension, brakes, and structural integrity that have been flagged, a buyer should inspect the car in person to verify the condition of the nearside suspension bushes, brake pads, and calipers. The history also requires checking the condition of the front and rear exhaust brackets, as the deteriorated bracket is a warning sign of potential exhaust emissions issues. Additionally, a buyer must inspect the front and rear headlamps and the alignment of the headlamp aim, as these are critical components that could cause dangerous steering issues if worn out. The overall roadworthiness is at risk due to these recurring structural and mechanical faults, necessitating a thorough physical inspection to determine if the vehicle can safely operate under current conditions.