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SC53 GXD

2003 Fiat Panda

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

128,789 mi
Last recorded128,789 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2016
Typical for 2003 Fiat Panda52,102 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSC53 GXD
MakeFiat
ModelPanda
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2016 128,789 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2015 121,211 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2014 114,477 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 100,211 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2012 89,221 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2011 75,611 miles
Fail 25 May 2011 75,611 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Pass 27 May 2010 57,143 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 43,483 miles
Fail 26 May 2009 43,483 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 3 Jun 2008 28,639 miles
Pass 29 May 2007 16,276 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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SC53 GXD is a 2003 Fiat Panda in Red with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2003 Fiat Panda models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.3% with a typical mileage of 52,102 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 SC53 GXD, 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 23 years old, this Fiat Panda is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SC53 GXD?

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What year was SC53 GXD registered?

SC53 GXD is a 2003 Fiat Panda, first registered on 17 December 2003.

Is SC53 GXD safe to buy?

The MOT history for SC53 GXD shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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