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HG08 XEJ

2008 Fiat Panda

Black Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 May 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

41,279 mi
Last recorded41,279 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Fiat Panda50,567 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG08 XEJ
MakeFiat
ModelPanda
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 May 2026 41,279 miles
Pass 28 May 2025 50,542 miles
Fail 19 May 2025 40,509 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened around spring cups (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 21 May 2024 39,827 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear axle (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 15 May 2023 38,648 miles

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened axle beam (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear exhaust silencer box, outer skin corroded

Pass 9 May 2022 37,724 miles

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened axle beam, around both lower spring seats (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear exhaust box, outer skin corroded

Pass 19 May 2021 36,441 miles
Pass 21 May 2020 35,577 miles

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

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened around lower spring mountings (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 20 May 2019 34,059 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened axle beam around spring seats (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 May 2018 32,156 miles

Rear Trailing arm corroded but not seriously weakened axle beam around spring platforms (2.4.G.1)

Pass 8 May 2017 30,808 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened alxe, around spring mountings (2.4.G.1)

rear ehxaust box, outer skin corroded

Pass 3 May 2016 29,707 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 26,162 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 23,096 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 19,402 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 14,842 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2011 10,765 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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HG08 XEJ is a 2008 Fiat Panda in Black with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 2008 Fiat Panda models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.8% with a typical mileage of 50,567 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 HG08 XEJ, 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 18 years old, this Fiat Panda is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was HG08 XEJ registered?

HG08 XEJ is a 2008 Fiat Panda, first registered on 30 May 2008.

Is HG08 XEJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG08 XEJ shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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