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Fiat Panda 1000 Clx Ie Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Fiat Panda 1000 Clx Ie reliable? We analysed 453 real MOT tests across 104 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 453 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
60.3%
Typical Mileage
61,896mi
Annual Mileage
3,879mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
34yrs

The Fiat Panda 1000 Clx Ie is below average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded and parking brake: efficiency below requirements. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Fiat Panda 1000 Clx Ie.

Fiat Panda 1000 Clx Ie Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Fiat Panda 1000 Clx Ie. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Fiat Panda 1000 Clx Ie MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Fiat Panda 1000 Clx Ie to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

61.4%
1994
61%
1993
57.7%
1992

Fiat Panda 1000 Clx Ie Problems — What Goes Wrong?

The most common reasons a Fiat Panda 1000 Clx Ie fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 54
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 32
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 30
Stop lamp not working 29
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 23
brake recording little or no effort 20
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 19
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 18
Brake pipe excessively corroded 18
position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance 18

Fiat Panda 1000 Clx Ie Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Fiat Panda 1000 Clx Ie owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
1,974 mi/yr
Typical
3,879 mi/yr
Average
4,628 mi/yr
Heavy usage
6,155 mi/yr

Fiat Panda 1000 Clx Ie MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Fiat Panda 1000 Clx Ie year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
1994 57 61.4% 47,214 54,902 82,663
1993 290 61.0% 42,638 62,337 77,458
1992 104 57.7% 50,050 66,847 83,577

How Long Does a Fiat Panda 1000 Clx Ie Last?

Based on 104 Fiat Panda 1000 Clx Ie vehicles on UK roads.

Average
14.3 years
Median
14.0 years
Estimated max lifespan
34 years

Fiat Panda 1000 Clx Ie Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Fiat Panda 1000 Clx Ie MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
61,896 mi
75th Percentile
79,745 mi
95th Percentile
105,980 mi
Max Recorded
317,232 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Fiat Panda 1000 Clx Ie

Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.

Best year
1994

61.4% MOT pass rate from 57 tests

Year to avoid
1992

57.7% MOT pass rate from 104 tests

The best year to buy a used Fiat Panda 1000 Clx Ie is 1994, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 61.4% across 57 tests. The 1992 model year has the lowest pass rate at 57.7% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Fiat Panda 1000 Clx Ie Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Fiat Panda 1000 Clx Ie THIS CAR 60.3% 453 61,896 mi 34 yrs
Fiat Punto 68.7% 6,712,102 61,468 mi 32 yrs
Fiat 500 76.9% 3,854,072 42,469 mi 18 yrs
Fiat Ducato 75% 1,962,737 48,690 mi 38 yrs
Volkswagen Touareg V6 Sel TDI Auto 90.7% 216 60,047 mi — yrs

Compared to the Fiat Punto (68.7% pass rate) and the Fiat 500 (76.9% pass rate), the Fiat Panda 1000 Clx Ie trails behind on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Fiat Panda 1000 Clx Ie?

The Fiat Panda 1000 Clx Ie has an overall MOT pass rate of 60.3% across 453 real MOT tests — below the UK average, so reliability should be a key concern.

The most common problems on the Fiat Panda 1000 Clx Ie are suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (54 recorded failures), seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (32), and parking brake: efficiency below requirements (30). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.

A typical Fiat Panda 1000 Clx Ie owner drives around 3,879 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.

In terms of longevity, most Fiat Panda 1000 Clx Ie models stay on UK roads for around 34 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.

Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.

Fiat Panda 1000 Clx Ie — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Fiat Panda 1000 Clx Ie reliable?
Based on 453 MOT tests, the Fiat Panda 1000 Clx Ie has a 60.3% pass rate — below average, so factor in potential repair costs.
What are the common problems on a Fiat Panda 1000 Clx Ie?
The most common MOT failures are suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded, and parking brake: efficiency below requirements. Check these on any test drive.
How many miles does a Fiat Panda 1000 Clx Ie do per year?
The typical Fiat Panda 1000 Clx Ie does around 3,879 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Fiat Panda 1000 Clx Ie last?
Most Fiat Panda 1000 Clx Ie models stay on UK roads for around 34 years based on our analysis of 104 vehicles.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Fiat Panda 1000 Clx Ie?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.
What is the best year to buy a Fiat Panda 1000 Clx Ie?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Fiat Panda 1000 Clx Ie is 1994 with a 61.4% pass rate across 57 tests.