Fiat Panda MOT Failure Rate — 0-2 Years Old

8.2%
MOT failure rate for 0-2-year-old Fiat Panda vehicles
Based on 6,844 MOT tests
19.8pp below the UK average (28%)

This model is exceptionally reliable for its age. Only 8.2% of Fiat Panda vehicles in this age bracket fail their MOT.

Component Risk Breakdown (0-2 Years)

Which parts of a 0-2-year-old Fiat Panda are most likely to cause an MOT failure:

Lamps & Electrics 1.6%
Tyres 1.1%
Suspension 0.7%
Visibility 0.6%
Body & Chassis 0.4%
Brakes 0.4%
Steering 0.0%

How Does This Compare?

Fiat Panda MOT failure rate across all age groups:

Age Failure Rate Tests Worst Area
0-2 years 8.2% 6,844 Lamps & Electrics
3-5 years 15.8% 39,547 Visibility
6-10 years 27.1% 140,310 Suspension
11-15 years 40.6% 155,016 Suspension
15+ years 47.3% 51,733 Suspension

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is a 0-2 year old Fiat Panda reliable?

Yes. Based on 6,844 MOT tests, 0-2-year-old Fiat Panda vehicles have a 8.2% failure rate, which is below the UK average of 28%. This is a reliable choice at this age.

What are the common MOT failures on a 0-2 year old Fiat Panda?

The most common MOT failure areas at this age are:

  • Lamps & Electrics — 1.6% failure risk
  • Tyres — 1.1% failure risk
  • Suspension — 0.7% failure risk

How can I prepare my Fiat Panda for its MOT?

For a 0-2-year-old Fiat Panda, focus on: (1) Lamps & Electrics — the most common failure area at this age. (2) Check all lights and bulbs. (3) Inspect tyres for tread depth and damage. (4) Consider a pre-MOT check at a local garage (£20–£40). You can also use our free prediction tool for a personalised risk breakdown.

Other Fiat Panda Age Groups

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Data methodology: Failure rates are weighted averages across all mileage bands for the 0-2-year age group, calculated from official DVSA MOT test records. Only combinations with 100+ tests are included. Data covers 142 million MOT tests across the UK.

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