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BV56 XEK

2006 Fiat Panda

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jan 2027
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

38,345 mi
Last recorded38,345 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2026
Typical for 2006 Fiat Panda52,993 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV56 XEK
MakeFiat
ModelPanda
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2026 38,345 miles

Central Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 28 Jan 2026 38,345 miles

Central Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Jan 2025 37,295 miles

Central Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive complete subframe (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive coil spring cup (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn shock absorbers (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive coil spring cup (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn shock absorbers (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Mar 2023 35,354 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Mar 2023 35,354 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Mar 2022 34,464 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 28 Feb 2022 34,464 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 4 Mar 2021 33,865 miles

Nearside front shock absorber corroded

Pass 31 Oct 2019 32,830 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside front shock absorber casing corroded

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Oct 2018 31,541 miles

Exhaust down pipe to center section clamp corroded

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Nov 2017 29,253 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2016 27,192 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

rear exhaust corroded

Pass 26 Oct 2015 24,817 miles

Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 27 Oct 2014 22,401 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2013 20,180 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2013 20,176 miles

Electronic power steering warning lamp indicates a failure in the system (2.3.8)

Steering system excessively rough (2.2.D.1)

nearside wiper worn

Pass 1 Sep 2012 18,157 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2011 16,455 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

rear wiper split

Fail 26 Aug 2011 16,452 miles

Power steering malfunctioning (2.3.3a)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

rear wiper split

Pass 7 Jul 2010 15,108 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2009 13,218 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

knock from nearside of steering rack

Fail 3 Jul 2009 13,218 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

knock from nearside of steering rack

How Reliable is the Fiat Panda?

Based on 1,821,354 MOT tests across 128,867 vehicles.

74.8%
Pass Rate
4,123
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
128,867
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 66,636
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 21,798
Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush 19,354
Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement 14,650
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 13,270
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BV56 XEK is a 2006 Fiat Panda in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2006 Fiat Panda models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.3% with a typical mileage of 52,993 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Fiat Panda fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 66,636 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BV56 XEK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Fiat Panda typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 20 years old, this Fiat Panda is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BV56 XEK registered?

BV56 XEK is a 2006 Fiat Panda, first registered on 1 September 2006.

Is BV56 XEK safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV56 XEK shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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