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WU08 XVW

2008 Fiat Panda

Red Diesel 1248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2022
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

139,311 mi
Last recorded139,311 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2021
Typical for 2008 Fiat Panda50,567 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU08 XVW
MakeFiat
ModelPanda
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2021 139,311 miles

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both sides (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Jul 2020 135,292 miles

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

Rear Parking (secondary brake) grabbing slightly (1.3.1 (c))

under vehicle surface & components general corrosion

Fail 16 Jul 2020 135,292 miles

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

Rear Parking (secondary brake) grabbing slightly (1.3.1 (c))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

under vehicle surface & components general corrosion

Pass 7 Aug 2019 125,414 miles

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

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Fail 7 Aug 2019 125,414 miles

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

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

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 17 Mar 2018 114,909 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 2 Mar 2017 104,999 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2017 104,999 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Pass 7 Mar 2016 99,841 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 27 Mar 2015 92,239 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Pass 27 Mar 2015 92,239 miles

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

Pass 14 Mar 2014 80,579 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

engine oil level low

Pass 16 Mar 2013 67,330 miles

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

Fail 16 Mar 2013 67,330 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 24 Mar 2012 55,240 miles

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

Pass 30 Mar 2011 41,441 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2011 41,441 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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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WU08 XVW is a 2008 Fiat Panda in Red with a 1,248cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 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 WU08 XVW, 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.

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What year was WU08 XVW registered?

WU08 XVW is a 2008 Fiat Panda, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is WU08 XVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for WU08 XVW shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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