CarVerify

Free Car Check

ST54 BXR

2004 Fiat Panda

Red Petrol 1242cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2025
Tests25 (17 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate68%

Mileage

60,509 mi
Last recorded60,509 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2024
Typical for 2004 Fiat Panda51,788 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Fiat
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationST54 BXR
MakeFiat
ModelPanda
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

17 pass 8 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2024 60,509 miles

Coil spring corroded all 4 springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 7 Oct 2024 59,803 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Outer Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired sill (6.2.2 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Coil spring corroded all 4 springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Oct 2023 55,103 miles

All 4 coil springs corroded

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Rear axle beam corroded

Pass 2 Dec 2022 50,874 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2022 50,874 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Dec 2021 46,157 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2021 46,157 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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 25 Aug 2020 43,449 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2020 40,740 miles

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

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

Nearside Front head lamp adjuster not working

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sills both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Aug 2018 34,273 miles

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

Rear Seat belts not checked inaccessible seats folded .

Fail 10 Aug 2018 34,273 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake cable insecure (1.1.15 (c))

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

Nearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Seat belts not checked inaccessible seats folded .

Pass 9 Aug 2017 32,488 miles

rear seatbelts not checked seats down

all coil springs corroded

brake warning light did come on the go off, fluid close to min

exhaust corroded, clamps rotten off

oil light on

Fail 4 Aug 2017 32,486 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

all coil springs corroded

brake warning light did come on the go off, fluid close to min

exhaust corroded, clamps rotten off

oil light on

rear seatbelts not checked seats down

Fail 5 Aug 2015 28,401 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

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

rear exhaust corroded

Pass 5 Aug 2015 28,401 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

rear exhaust corroded

Pass 29 Jul 2014 25,974 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2013 25,740 miles

both rear tyres and offside front are perished

Pass 28 Aug 2012 25,623 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2011 24,793 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 2 Sep 2010 24,664 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2010 24,664 miles

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Dec 2009 23,562 miles

Both rear tyres beginning to split between treads !

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 29 Sep 2008 20,795 miles

BOTH REAR TYRS CRACKING IN BETWEEN TREAD PATTERN

CORROSION SHOWING TOWARDS EDGE OF O/S/F BRAKE DISC INSIDE FACE

OUTER COATING COMING AWAY FROM REAR EXHAUST BOX

PLAY IN N/S/F DROP LINK

Fail 25 Sep 2008 20,720 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

BOTH REAR TYRS CRACKING IN BETWEEN TREAD PATTERN

CORROSION SHOWING TOWARDS EDGE OF O/S/F BRAKE DISC INSIDE FACE

OUTER COATING COMING AWAY FROM REAR EXHAUST BOX

PLAY IN N/S/F DROP LINK

Pass 28 Sep 2007 16,621 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

front service brake showing 19% imbalance, reccomend check

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
Full Fiat Panda reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

ST54 BXR is a 2004 Fiat Panda in Red with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68%.

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 ST54 BXR, 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

How do I check the history of ST54 BXR?

You can check the full history of ST54 BXR by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was ST54 BXR registered?

ST54 BXR is a 2004 Fiat Panda, first registered on 29 September 2004.

Is ST54 BXR safe to buy?

The MOT history for ST54 BXR shows 25 tests with a 68% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ST54 BXR have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on ST54 BXR. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.