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K459 VPA

1992 Fiat Panda

Blue Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2023
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

76,025 mi
Last recorded76,025 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2023
Typical for 1992 Fiat Panda57,002 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK459 VPA
MakeFiat
ModelPanda
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Fail 28 Nov 2023 76,025 miles

Brake pressure/vacuum build up too slow (1.1.3 (b))

Exhaust system insecure Centre mount broken and rear mount poor condition (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Left hand drive unit fitted (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 2 Dec 2022 76,017 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2022 76,017 miles

Offside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Oct 2022 75,855 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jan 2017 73,809 miles

Slight play in nearside steering rod inner joint?

Pass 29 Jan 2016 72,890 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded both rear pipes (3.6.B.2c)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear box (7.1.2)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

engine noise

front & rear coil springs corroded

general underside corrosion

rear brakes low effort

slight play in n/s steering rack

Fail 10 Dec 2015 72,883 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded x2 (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (2.4.A.3)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

General underside corrosion

Nearside Front steering rack has play

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded both (3.6.B.2c)

engine noise

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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K459 VPA is a 1992 Fiat Panda in Blue with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1992 Fiat Panda models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.6% with a typical mileage of 57,002 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 K459 VPA, 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 34 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 K459 VPA registered?

K459 VPA is a 1992 Fiat Panda, first registered on 14 August 1992.

Is K459 VPA safe to buy?

The MOT history for K459 VPA shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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