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SV16 SVW

2016 Fiat Panda

White Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Feb 2027
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

62,476 mi
Last recorded62,476 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2026
Typical for 2016 Fiat Panda28,781 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV16 SVW
MakeFiat
ModelPanda
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2026 62,476 miles

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened various suspension components (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Feb 2025 56,000 miles

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened various suspension components (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 17 Feb 2025 55,758 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases front flex (6.1.2 (a))

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both fronts 175/65/14 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened various suspension components (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Feb 2024 48,742 miles

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

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened various suspension components (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both fronts (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Feb 2023 43,466 miles

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

Fail 22 Feb 2023 43,466 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Feb 2022 38,044 miles

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

Fail 22 Feb 2022 38,041 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 18 Feb 2021 33,606 miles

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

Pass 26 Feb 2020 31,249 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2020 31,249 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Feb 2019 21,756 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 11 Feb 2019 21,756 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (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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SV16 SVW is a 2016 Fiat Panda in White with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 SV16 SVW, 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.

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What year was SV16 SVW registered?

SV16 SVW is a 2016 Fiat Panda, first registered on 1 March 2016.

Is SV16 SVW safe to buy?

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