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F488 SFR

1988 Fiat Panda

Red Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2010
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

46,975 mi
Last recorded46,975 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2010
Typical for 1988 Fiat Panda64,709 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF488 SFR
MakeFiat
ModelPanda
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Fail 9 Sep 2010 46,975 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Sep 2009 45,128 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2009 45,126 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 26 Sep 2008 43,661 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2008 43,656 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 27 Sep 2007 41,654 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2007 41,654 miles

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 14 Sep 2006 38,662 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2005 36,505 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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F488 SFR is a 1988 Fiat Panda in Red with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 F488 SFR, 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 F488 SFR?

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What year was F488 SFR registered?

F488 SFR is a 1988 Fiat Panda, first registered on 30 August 1988.

Is F488 SFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for F488 SFR shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does F488 SFR have outstanding finance?

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