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E168 MDU

1988 Fiat Panda

White Petrol 769cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2022
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

8,297 mi
Last recorded8,297 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2021
Typical for 1988 Fiat Panda64,709 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE168 MDU
MakeFiat
ModelPanda
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine769cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2021 8,297 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2020 8,287 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Dec 2019 8,210 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2019 8,210 miles

Brake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Pass 9 Nov 2018 7,943 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2017 7,618 miles

Front coil spring corroded both side (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 12 Oct 2016 6,730 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2015 6,522 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2014 6,513 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2013 6,493 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2012 6,474 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 8 Oct 2012 6,470 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Oct 2011 6,429 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2010 6,408 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2009 6,141 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2008 6,113 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2007 5,509 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2006 5,479 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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E168 MDU is a 1988 Fiat Panda in White with a 769cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1988 Fiat Panda models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.8% with a typical mileage of 64,709 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 E168 MDU, 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 38 years old, this Fiat Panda is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of E168 MDU?

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What year was E168 MDU registered?

E168 MDU is a 1988 Fiat Panda, first registered on 29 April 1988.

Is E168 MDU safe to buy?

The MOT history for E168 MDU shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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