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F556 GLG

1988 Fiat Panda

Grey Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

112,134 mi
Last recorded112,134 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2008
Typical for 1988 Fiat Panda64,709 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF556 GLG
MakeFiat
ModelPanda
Year1988
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2008 112,134 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 2 Jul 2007 100,475 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 2 Jul 2007 100,475 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2006 99,502 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2006 99,506 miles

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

Nearside Rear front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Rear Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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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F556 GLG is a 1988 Fiat Panda in Grey with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 F556 GLG, 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 F556 GLG?

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What year was F556 GLG registered?

F556 GLG is a 1988 Fiat Panda, first registered on 31 October 1988.

Is F556 GLG safe to buy?

The MOT history for F556 GLG shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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