2014 Fiat Panda 1.2L Petrol · YA63 CCO

The 2026-04-21 MOT records show the vehicle failed due to critical issues: a bulging nearside rear tyre (5.2.3 (d) (ii)), severely worn front suspension bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i)), and a cracked offside rear tyre. These failures occurred at 32,702–32,703 miles, just one mile apart, suggesting the same inspection. The nearside rear tyre’s bulge indicates structural failure, a safety risk requiring immediate replacement. The suspension bushes, previously noted as "worn but not excessive" in 2025, now show "excessive wear," signaling progressive degradation. Recurring issues include tyre damage and suspension wear. In 2025, both rear tyres showed minor cracking, and front suspension bushes were worn. By 2026, these faults escalated: tyres worsened from "slight damage" to "bulge" and "cracking," while suspension bushes moved from "worn" to "excessively worn." This pattern suggests a worsening trend in tyre condition and suspension integrity, likely due to ongoing neglect or uneven wear. The vehicle’s mileage of 32,703 miles at 12 years old is low (approx. 2,725 miles/year), which could imply light use or prolonged inactivity. However, the severity of the 2026 failures—particularly the tyre bulge and suspension wear—does not align with low-mileage expectations.