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GY61 VFU

2012 Fiat Panda

Red Petrol 875cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2026
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

35,822 mi
Last recorded35,822 miles
Recorded on6 May 2025
Typical for 2012 Fiat Panda41,177 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY61 VFU
MakeFiat
ModelPanda
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine875cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 May 2025 35,822 miles
Pass 21 May 2024 34,323 miles

Lower Gearbox mounting defective ()

Macpherson strut ball joint has slight play Both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 21 May 2024 34,323 miles

Lower Gearbox mounting defective ()

Macpherson strut ball joint has slight play Both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 May 2023 32,620 miles

Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Gearbox mounting defective ()

Fail 19 May 2023 32,620 miles

Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Gearbox mounting defective ()

Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 May 2022 30,326 miles

Front Gearbox mounting defective ()

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

Fail 26 May 2022 30,326 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Front Gearbox mounting defective ()

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

Pass 5 Mar 2021 27,243 miles

Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Both front (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 12 Mar 2020 26,243 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2019 24,123 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 6 Mar 2018 20,983 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Mar 2017 17,978 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2016 15,615 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2016 15,615 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Pass 7 Mar 2015 11,569 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2015 11,483 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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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GY61 VFU is a 2012 Fiat Panda in Red with a 875cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 2012 Fiat Panda models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.4% with a typical mileage of 41,177 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 GY61 VFU, 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 14 years old, this Fiat Panda is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GY61 VFU registered?

GY61 VFU is a 2012 Fiat Panda, first registered on 22 February 2012.

Is GY61 VFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for GY61 VFU shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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