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DS53 TAV

2003 Fiat Panda

Blue Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2015
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

105,165 mi
Last recorded105,165 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2014
Typical for 2003 Fiat Panda52,102 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS53 TAV
MakeFiat
ModelPanda
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2014 105,165 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 15 Dec 2014 104,913 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Dec 2013 87,481 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 11 Dec 2013 153,140 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (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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DS53 TAV is a 2003 Fiat Panda in Blue with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2003 Fiat Panda models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.3% with a typical mileage of 52,102 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 DS53 TAV, 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 23 years old, this Fiat Panda is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DS53 TAV registered?

DS53 TAV is a 2003 Fiat Panda, first registered on 31 December 2003.

Is DS53 TAV safe to buy?

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