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S798 LEP

1998 Fiat Panda

Green Petrol 1108cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2025
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

102,473 mi
Last recorded102,473 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2024
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS798 LEP
MakeFiat
ModelPanda
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,108cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2024 102,473 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2023 102,465 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Offside Front Seat belt buckle missing (7.1.2 (d))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Rear fog lamp obviously incorrectly positioned (4.5.4 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid WIPERS TO BE TESTED (3.5 (a))

Pass 28 Aug 2021 101,392 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2021 101,392 miles

Battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))

Brake clevis joint insecure split pin missing (1.1.15 (c))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Rear fog lamp obviously incorrectly positioned (4.5.4 (a))

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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S798 LEP is a 1998 Fiat Panda in Green with a 1,108cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 S798 LEP, 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 28 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 S798 LEP registered?

S798 LEP is a 1998 Fiat Panda, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is S798 LEP safe to buy?

The MOT history for S798 LEP shows 4 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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