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YS12 XWL

2012 Fiat Panda

Red Petrol 875cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2025
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

95,606 mi
Last recorded95,606 miles
Recorded on9 May 2024
Typical for 2012 Fiat Panda41,177 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYS12 XWL
MakeFiat
ModelPanda
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine875cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 May 2024 95,606 miles
Fail 8 May 2024 95,606 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

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

Pass 7 Jun 2023 89,235 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2022 83,215 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi-pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush top suspension bearing sticking (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 6 Jun 2022 83,148 miles

Exhaust system insecure front mounting broken (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi-pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush top suspension bearing sticking (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 25 May 2021 78,078 miles
Fail 22 May 2021 77,979 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 21 May 2020 74,252 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2019 68,547 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2019 68,547 miles

Exhaust system insecure FRONT MOUNTING (6.1.2 (a))

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

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Aug 2018 61,080 miles

Central Front Exhaust mounting defective corroding (6.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn both rear shock absorber top bushes slight movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Aug 2017 51,926 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2016 44,128 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2015 29,650 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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YS12 XWL is a 2012 Fiat Panda in Red with a 875cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 YS12 XWL, 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 YS12 XWL registered?

YS12 XWL is a 2012 Fiat Panda, first registered on 27 July 2012.

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