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C253 DEU

1986 Fiat Panda

Grey Petrol 903cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2006
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

72,224 mi
Last recorded72,224 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2005
Typical for 1986 Fiat Panda49,557 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC253 DEU
MakeFiat
ModelPanda
Year1986
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine903cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2005 72,224 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2005 72,224 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

n/s door very rusty at bottom

o/s/f wheel arch rusty

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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C253 DEU is a 1986 Fiat Panda in Grey with a 903cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1986 Fiat Panda models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.6% with a typical mileage of 49,557 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 C253 DEU, 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 40 years old, this Fiat Panda is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of C253 DEU?

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What year was C253 DEU registered?

C253 DEU is a 1986 Fiat Panda, first registered on 30 April 1986.

Is C253 DEU safe to buy?

The MOT history for C253 DEU shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does C253 DEU have outstanding finance?

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