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F597 NRK

1988 Fiat Panda

White Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Oct 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

45,772 mi
Last recorded45,772 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2025
Typical for 1988 Fiat Panda64,709 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF597 NRK
MakeFiat
ModelPanda
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2025 45,772 miles

Front Coil spring corroded Both Sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both Sides (4.1.4 (b))

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

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both Sides (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Front passenger door pillar deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Offside Front Driver's door pillar deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Oct 2025 45,771 miles

Nearside Front Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both Sides (4.1.4 (b))

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

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both Sides (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Front passenger door pillar deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Offside Front Driver's door pillar deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Oct 2024 45,706 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2024 45,706 miles

Nearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust system insecure And middle Rubber Mounts Worn (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 9 Oct 2023 45,626 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2022 45,567 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2021 45,516 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2021 45,516 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 26 Oct 2020 45,458 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 28 Oct 2019 45,369 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2018 45,294 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2017 45,190 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2016 45,118 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2015 45,065 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2014 45,107 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2013 44,955 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2012 44,892 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2011 44,833 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2010 44,770 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2009 44,701 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2008 44,646 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2007 44,555 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2006 44,463 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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F597 NRK is a 1988 Fiat Panda in White with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 F597 NRK, 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

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What year was F597 NRK registered?

F597 NRK is a 1988 Fiat Panda, first registered on 31 October 1988.

Is F597 NRK safe to buy?

The MOT history for F597 NRK shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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