FIAT PANDA MOT pass rate
69.6% of 119,261 FIAT PANDA MOT tests pass.
At 69.6%, The PANDA passes slightly less often than the average across all FIAT models (74.3%).
The FIAT PANDA passes 69.6% of the time, noticeably below the figure for the national average for cars (79.2%).
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Pass rate by vehicle age
Pass rate drops sharply with age: the FIAT PANDA tested at 0–3 years pass 94.9% of the time, compared with just 58.8% at 15+ years.
| Vehicle age | Pass rate | Tests | Average mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0–3 years | 94.9% | 351 | 16,027 miles |
| 3–6 years | 88.4% | 7,992 | 24,788 miles |
| 6–10 years | 79.2% | 28,358 | 45,018 miles |
| 10–15 years | 68.1% | 50,048 | 65,177 miles |
| 15+ years | 58.8% | 32,512 | 79,766 miles |
Common MOT failure reasons for the FIAT PANDA
The most common reason the FIAT PANDA fails its MOT is suspension — present in 63.4% of failed tests, most often logged as "Pin or bush excessively worn".
| Category | Share of failed tests | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 63.4% | Pin or bush excessively worn |
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment | 43.6% | Not working |
| Brakes | 33.1% | Efficiency below requirements |
| Tyres | 22.4% | Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm |
| Visibility | 17.6% | Does not clear the windscreen effectively |
| Body, chassis, structure | 14.7% | Has a major leak of exhaust gases |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 13.6% | Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits |
| Steering | 5.1% | Ball joint has excessive play |
| Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems | 2.2% | Prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced |
| Identification of the vehicle | 0.6% | Inscription illegible |
Related FIAT models
- FIAT 500 — 74.8% pass rate
- FIAT DUCATO — 78.1% pass rate
- FIAT PUNTO — 63.8% pass rate
- FIAT DOBLO — 69.9% pass rate
- FIAT 500X — 81.3% pass rate
- FIAT 500C — 74.2% pass rate
Frequently asked questions
- What is the MOT pass rate for the FIAT PANDA?
- 69.6% of FIAT PANDA MOT tests pass, based on 119,261 tests in the DVSA anonymised MOT tests and results dataset.
- What are the most common MOT failures for the FIAT PANDA?
- The most common reason the FIAT PANDA fails its MOT is suspension — present in 63.4% of failed tests, most often logged as "Pin or bush excessively worn".
- Does this show the FIAT PANDA's service history?
- No — this is MOT test data, which covers roadworthiness, not servicing. A service history is a separate record of maintenance work, which a specific car only has if its owner has kept it. See the FIAT service history guide for how to check and keep one.