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LJ04 BBU

2004 Fiat Panda

Blue Petrol 1108cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

58,645 mi
Last recorded58,645 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2018
Typical for 2004 Fiat Panda51,788 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ04 BBU
MakeFiat
ModelPanda
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,108cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2018 58,645 miles

rear backbox outer skin badly corroded

Fail 28 Aug 2018 58,645 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

rear backbox outer skin badly corroded

Pass 11 Jul 2017 45,952 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2017 45,948 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak both (2.7.3) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 May 2016 30,938 miles

Nearside Rear seat belt cant be checked as child seat fitted

beam deflector fitted to n/s headlight

Fail 12 May 2016 30,938 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Nearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear seat belt cant be checked as child seat fitted

Pass 30 Mar 2015 15,991 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 24 Mar 2014 10,939 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2013 10,225 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 9,423 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 8,511 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2010 7,477 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2009 48,339 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2008 5,036 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2007 3,799 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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LJ04 BBU is a 2004 Fiat Panda in Blue with a 1,108cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2004 Fiat Panda models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.5% with a typical mileage of 51,788 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 LJ04 BBU, 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 22 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 LJ04 BBU registered?

LJ04 BBU is a 2004 Fiat Panda, first registered on 31 March 2004.

Is LJ04 BBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ04 BBU shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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