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DS61 ZFJ

2012 Fiat Panda

Turquoise Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Feb 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

27,080 mi
Last recorded27,080 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Fiat Panda41,177 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS61 ZFJ
MakeFiat
ModelPanda
Year2012
ColourTurquoise
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2026 27,080 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2025 22,983 miles

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush borderline (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 28 Feb 2025 22,983 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush borderline (5.3.2 (c))

all tyre treads cracking

Pass 9 Mar 2024 19,308 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 11 Mar 2023 15,646 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 8 Apr 2022 12,838 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2021 12,108 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2021 11,515 miles

Front brake discs worn

Pass 14 Feb 2020 11,160 miles

Slight play in inner tie rod

Wiper blades deteriorated

Pass 6 Feb 2019 10,923 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2018 10,372 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2017 9,319 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2016 8,860 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2015 8,109 miles

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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DS61 ZFJ is a 2012 Fiat Panda in Turquoise with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2012 Fiat Panda models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.4% with a typical mileage of 41,177 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 DS61 ZFJ, 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 14 years old, this Fiat Panda is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was DS61 ZFJ registered?

DS61 ZFJ is a 2012 Fiat Panda, first registered on 21 February 2012.

Is DS61 ZFJ safe to buy?

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