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VCZ 2579

2003 Fiat Panda

Red Petrol 1108cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2023
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

92,639 mi
Last recorded92,639 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2023
Typical for 2003 Fiat Panda52,102 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVCZ 2579
MakeFiat
ModelPanda
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,108cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Fail 6 Dec 2023 92,639 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Nearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions Marked inside on outer sidewall (5.2.3 (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Wiper blade incorrect size (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective Fuel cap fitted incorrectly (6.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged Inner sidewall, close to excessive (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

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

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

Pass 13 Dec 2022 87,048 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 15 Dec 2021 84,545 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2020 82,180 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2020 82,177 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

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 9 Dec 2019 74,653 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2018 66,902 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2017 58,956 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2017 58,956 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 5 Dec 2016 52,766 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2015 46,469 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2014 40,763 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2013 33,386 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2012 30,723 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2012 30,723 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 12 Dec 2011 25,363 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Fail 12 Dec 2011 25,363 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Offside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 3 Dec 2010 21,473 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2009 16,447 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2008 8,437 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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VCZ 2579 is a 2003 Fiat Panda in Red with a 1,108cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 VCZ 2579, 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

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What year was VCZ 2579 registered?

VCZ 2579 is a 2003 Fiat Panda, first registered on 22 December 2003.

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