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WJ08 RUV

2008 Fiat Panda

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2019
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

42,629 mi
Last recorded42,629 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2018
Typical for 2008 Fiat Panda50,567 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ08 RUV
MakeFiat
ModelPanda
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2018 42,629 miles

Cracks in nearside front tyre tread

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

cracks in offside front tyre tread

Pass 6 Apr 2017 41,631 miles

offside & nearside front tyres cracked in tread area

Pass 15 Apr 2016 39,452 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2015 36,800 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Apr 2015 36,800 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2014 34,130 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Mar 2013 32,010 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 28,058 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Mar 2011 22,201 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2011 22,201 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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WJ08 RUV is a 2008 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 2008 Fiat Panda models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.8% with a typical mileage of 50,567 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 WJ08 RUV, 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 18 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 WJ08 RUV registered?

WJ08 RUV is a 2008 Fiat Panda, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is WJ08 RUV safe to buy?

The MOT history for WJ08 RUV shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WJ08 RUV have outstanding finance?

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