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F125 SWK

1989 Fiat Panda

Green Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2026
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

40,133 mi
Last recorded40,133 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2025
Typical for 1989 Fiat Panda61,465 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF125 SWK
MakeFiat
ModelPanda
Year1989
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2025 40,133 miles

N/S head light bulb poorly retained

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Front & rear number plates slightly deteriorated. (0.1 (b))

Fail 26 Mar 2025 40,121 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Front Brake pipe connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

N/S head light bulb poorly retained

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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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F125 SWK is a 1989 Fiat Panda in Green with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1989 Fiat Panda models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.2% with a typical mileage of 61,465 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 F125 SWK, 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 37 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 F125 SWK?

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What year was F125 SWK registered?

F125 SWK is a 1989 Fiat Panda, first registered on 31 January 1989.

Is F125 SWK safe to buy?

The MOT history for F125 SWK 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.

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