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H497 HJB

1990 Fiat Panda

Blue Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Oct 2026
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

76,117 mi
Last recorded76,117 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2025
Typical for 1990 Fiat Panda58,188 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH497 HJB
MakeFiat
ModelPanda
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2025 76,117 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2024 75,877 miles

seats removed aside drivers seat

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 35% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Fail 16 Oct 2024 75,872 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) steering component is lose - nylock nut is missing (2.3 (a) (i))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 35% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

seats removed aside drivers seat

Pass 13 Aug 2009 74,338 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2008 70,794 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2008 70,778 miles

Nearside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

Fail 2 Apr 2007 69,914 miles

EXHAUST VERY RUSTY. O/S/ OUTER SILL VERY RUSTY. ANS INNER SILL HOLED & RUSTY.

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 2 Apr 2007 69,914 miles

EXHAUST VERY RUSTY. O/S/ OUTER SILL VERY RUSTY. ANS INNER SILL HOLED & RUSTY.

Pass 20 Mar 2006 68,478 miles

ADVISES # SMALL HOLE INNER SILL UNDERSIDE OF VEHICLE.HANDBRAKE VERY CLOSE TO RESERVE TRAVEL

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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H497 HJB is a 1990 Fiat Panda in Blue with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1990 Fiat Panda models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.1% with a typical mileage of 58,188 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 H497 HJB, 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 36 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 H497 HJB?

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What year was H497 HJB registered?

H497 HJB is a 1990 Fiat Panda, first registered on 29 August 1990.

Is H497 HJB safe to buy?

The MOT history for H497 HJB shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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