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K657 YBU

1993 Fiat Panda

Red Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Mar 2023
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

69,290 mi
Last recorded69,290 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2022
Typical for 1993 Fiat Panda61,554 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK657 YBU
MakeFiat
ModelPanda
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2022 69,290 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2021 69,201 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2020 69,040 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2019 68,982 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Fail 20 Feb 2019 68,982 miles

Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Both rear inner sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Fail 6 Jun 2015 67,308 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 Jun 2015 67,308 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

Fail 1 Jun 2015 67,709 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nail in nearside front tyre

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

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

both rear tyres outer sidewalls cracking but no inner cord visible

engine management light on

Pass 30 May 2014 61,516 miles

advise offside and nearside rear tyres cracked on sidewall

Fail 22 May 2014 61,516 miles

Fuel tank insecure (7.2.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

advise offside and nearside rear tyres cracked on sidewall

Pass 22 May 2013 55,813 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Fail 17 May 2013 55,813 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

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

Parking brake lever insecure (3.1.3b)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Pass 6 Mar 2012 50,150 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Fail 5 Mar 2012 50,093 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

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

Pass 18 Mar 2011 44,685 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2011 44,685 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 29 Mar 2010 38,513 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2009 33,051 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2008 31,937 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2007 31,520 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2006 31,263 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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K657 YBU is a 1993 Fiat Panda in Red with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1993 Fiat Panda models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.6% with a typical mileage of 61,554 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 K657 YBU, 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 33 years old, this Fiat Panda is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was K657 YBU registered?

K657 YBU is a 1993 Fiat Panda, first registered on 6 April 1993.

Is K657 YBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for K657 YBU 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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