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HJ08 UVL

2008 Fiat Panda

Red Petrol 1108cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2025
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

112,771 mi
Last recorded112,771 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2024
Typical for 2008 Fiat Panda50,567 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ08 UVL
MakeFiat
ModelPanda
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,108cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2024 112,771 miles

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

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Fail 20 Mar 2024 112,771 miles

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

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

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 27 Mar 2023 106,647 miles

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

Fail 24 Mar 2023 106,647 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Both (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 1 Mar 2022 97,260 miles

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 1 Mar 2022 97,260 miles

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

Nearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 1 Mar 2021 89,449 miles

Coolant leak ()

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

Rear Rear exhaust silencer corroded

Fail 26 Feb 2021 89,449 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Both front lower arm rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Coolant leak ()

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

Rear Rear exhaust silencer corroded

Pass 29 Feb 2020 85,254 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2019 72,940 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2019 72,940 miles

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

Pass 22 Mar 2018 66,533 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2018 66,533 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 Mar 2017 56,525 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Mar 2016 48,057 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 43,239 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2014 37,994 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Mar 2013 31,900 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2012 21,270 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

rear exhaust corroded

Pass 23 Mar 2012 21,270 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

rear exhaust corroded

Pass 9 Mar 2011 14,125 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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HJ08 UVL is a 2008 Fiat Panda in Red with a 1,108cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 HJ08 UVL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HJ08 UVL registered?

HJ08 UVL is a 2008 Fiat Panda, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is HJ08 UVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for HJ08 UVL shows 21 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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