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SF16 MJW

2016 Fiat Panda

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Oct 2026
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

46,445 mi
Last recorded46,445 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2025
Typical for 2016 Fiat Panda28,781 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF16 MJW
MakeFiat
ModelPanda
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2025 46,445 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive sump corroded (8.4.1 (a) (i))

exhaust clamp missing

Pass 12 Sep 2024 39,893 miles

Oil sump corroded

Pass 28 Sep 2023 35,537 miles

engine sump corroded

front exhaust clamp broken

Pass 22 Sep 2022 30,198 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 28 Sep 2021 26,476 miles

Nearside Front daytime running lamp insecure

Nearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

Offside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

Pass 1 Oct 2020 23,522 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

Fail 30 Sep 2020 23,522 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Oct 2019 19,361 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2019 17,020 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2019 17,020 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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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SF16 MJW is a 2016 Fiat Panda in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2016 Fiat Panda models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 28,781 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 SF16 MJW, 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 10 years old, this Fiat Panda is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SF16 MJW registered?

SF16 MJW is a 2016 Fiat Panda, first registered on 22 June 2016.

Is SF16 MJW safe to buy?

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