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AP09 DZU

2009 Fiat Panda

Red Petrol 1368cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Aug 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

64,496 mi
Last recorded64,496 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2025
Typical for 2009 Fiat Panda45,849 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP09 DZU
MakeFiat
ModelPanda
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,368cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2025 64,496 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box, & General rust underneath (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Feb 2024 63,363 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2024 63,327 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Feb 2023 62,691 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2022 61,462 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2021 58,676 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Apr 2020 56,649 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2020 56,648 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Nearside Front Hydraulic brake calliper inadequately mounted (1.1.16 (c) (i))

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

Nearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Nearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Nearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Offside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Pass 14 Feb 2019 52,274 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2018 50,838 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2017 50,234 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2016 48,859 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2015 38,960 miles

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

Pass 6 Jul 2012 34,236 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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AP09 DZU is a 2009 Fiat Panda in Red with a 1,368cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2009 Fiat Panda models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.6% with a typical mileage of 45,849 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 AP09 DZU, 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 17 years old, this Fiat Panda is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AP09 DZU registered?

AP09 DZU is a 2009 Fiat Panda, first registered on 7 July 2009.

Is AP09 DZU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP09 DZU shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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