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LU04 JHX

2004 Fiat Panda

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2024
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

102,455 mi
Last recorded102,455 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2023
Typical for 2004 Fiat Panda51,788 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLU04 JHX
MakeFiat
ModelPanda
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2023 102,455 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 4 Sep 2023 102,349 miles

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

Obligatory mirror missing (3.3 (a))

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Sep 2022 100,615 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2021 99,366 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2021 99,366 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Jul 2020 95,906 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 10 Jul 2020 95,865 miles

Battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 3 Aug 2019 94,448 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front top mount have play

Rear exhaust box in very poor condition

Fail 3 Aug 2019 94,448 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front top mount have play

Offside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Rear exhaust box in very poor condition

Pass 1 Aug 2018 92,375 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt 2 x child seats fitted to rear ()

Front Upper Top mounts have play close to excess

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Rear exhaust box in very poor condition (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 31 Jul 2017 89,628 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 23 Jul 2016 88,056 miles

nearside wiper smearing

rear exhaust box deteriorating

Fail 22 Jul 2016 88,034 miles

Front registration plate letter/figure missing (6.3.1c)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

nearside wiper smearing

rear exhaust box deteriorating

Pass 25 Jun 2015 86,685 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 16 Jun 2014 81,165 miles

Oil leak

Fail 13 Jun 2014 81,150 miles

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Nearside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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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LU04 JHX is a 2004 Fiat Panda in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 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 LU04 JHX, 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 LU04 JHX registered?

LU04 JHX is a 2004 Fiat Panda, first registered on 31 December 2004.

Is LU04 JHX safe to buy?

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