2010 Fiat Panda 1.1L Petrol · YP60 NPX

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a reactive rather than proactive approach to repairs. While the most recent test in June 2025 at 130,471 miles secured a pass, it followed a failure just three days prior. This suggests the owner addressed the excessively worn offside front suspension arm ball joint and the track rod end issue, yet the persistence of a hydraulic leak and a coolant leak on the passing certificate indicates that fluid-related issues are only being managed enough to prevent an immediate failure. At 130,471 miles over 16 years, the Panda has averaged approximately 8,154 miles per year, which aligns with typical national averages for a small city car. There is a significant mileage gap of over 23,000 miles between January 2023 and June 2024, followed by another 23,600 miles in the subsequent seventeen months leading up to June 2025. This recent acceleration in usage has clearly put stress on the aging suspension components and rubber seals, explaining the recurring mechanical failures observed. A buyer must focus their physical inspection on the front suspension and cooling system. The record shows a history of wear in ball joints, anti-roll bar linkages, and shock absorbers, suggesting the front-end assembly is nearing the end of its service life. The persistent hydraulic and coolant leaks noted in the 2025 test require a thorough check of hoses, pumps, and seals to prevent catastrophic failure. Furthermore, the corrosion noted on the rear coil springs in 2024 warrants a close look at the structural integrity of the rear mounting points to ensure rust has not progressed beyond the components themselves.