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DU08 FVM

2008 Fiat Panda

Red Petrol 1368cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Nov 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

81,095 mi
Last recorded81,095 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Fiat Panda50,567 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU08 FVM
MakeFiat
ModelPanda
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,368cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2025 81,095 miles

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

Front Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear axle slightly corroded

auxiliary drive belt slightly perished

Pass 18 Nov 2024 76,428 miles

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

Front Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 26 Oct 2023 71,928 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2023 71,911 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 31 Oct 2022 68,878 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2021 62,213 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Oct 2020 58,437 miles

Both rear tyres worn on inner edge

Pass 5 Nov 2019 53,825 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking in tread and on side walls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Mar 2019 49,977 miles

CAM BELT HISTORY ???????

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH FRONT TYRES ON 2 MM & WORN LOW ON BOTH EDGES,EXCESSIVE ON INNER EDGE,CLOSE TO CORDS ,REPLACE A.S.A.P.(195-45X15V) (5.2.3 (e))

NSR BUMP STOP DAMAGED,NEW ONE REQUIRED.

OSR TYRE 2007 YEAR OF MANUFACTURE,ADVISE OLD & DETERIORATING.

Pass 28 Mar 2018 43,955 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2018 43,955 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 17 Mar 2017 39,280 miles

Nearside Rear bump stop worn

Pass 9 Mar 2016 35,247 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear bump suspension bump stop broken

Fail 9 Mar 2016 35,247 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported exhaust clamp broken (7.1.1)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear bump suspension bump stop broken

Pass 19 Mar 2015 29,347 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

OUTER SKIN ON REAR SILENCER ROTTED

Outer Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 21 Mar 2014 26,374 miles

OUTER SKIN ON REAR SILENCER ROTTED

Fail 21 Mar 2014 26,374 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

OUTER SKIN ON REAR SILENCER ROTTED

Pass 19 Mar 2013 22,105 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2012 21,714 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 21,495 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2011 21,493 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

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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DU08 FVM is a 2008 Fiat Panda in Red with a 1,368cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 2008 Fiat Panda models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.8% with a typical mileage of 50,567 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 DU08 FVM, 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 18 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 DU08 FVM registered?

DU08 FVM is a 2008 Fiat Panda, first registered on 29 March 2008.

Is DU08 FVM safe to buy?

The MOT history for DU08 FVM shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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