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YH62 OAE

2012 Fiat Panda

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Apr 2027
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

62,518 mi
Last recorded62,518 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Fiat Panda41,177 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH62 OAE
MakeFiat
ModelPanda
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 62,518 miles

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

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

Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both rear upper bushes (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 1 Apr 2026 62,518 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both rear upper bushes (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 1 Apr 2025 57,629 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 1 Apr 2025 57,629 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Oil leaking excessively from engine PRESSURE SWITCH (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Apr 2024 53,438 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2024 53,438 miles

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

Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure all (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Mar 2023 49,047 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 31 Mar 2022 45,144 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Fail 31 Mar 2022 45,144 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Mar 2021 40,404 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2021 40,404 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2020 36,752 miles

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

Fail 25 Mar 2020 36,752 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 5 Apr 2019 31,778 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2018 28,042 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2017 21,179 miles

Front Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside and offside (3.5.1i)

Pass 5 Apr 2016 15,803 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2015 12,665 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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YH62 OAE is a 2012 Fiat Panda in Red with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2012 Fiat Panda models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.4% with a typical mileage of 41,177 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 YH62 OAE, 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 14 years old, this Fiat Panda is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was YH62 OAE registered?

YH62 OAE is a 2012 Fiat Panda, first registered on 30 September 2012.

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