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FIAT PANDA (2007)

Running costs, reliability data, and common problems from 9,427 real MOT tests.

Annual Cost

£2,087

£174/month

MOT Pass Rate

69%

Below Avg

Road Tax

£195

Based on CC/year

Insurance

Grp 8-20

1248cc Petrol

Proceed With Caution

69% pass rate, £2087/year to run. 13 points below average.

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Petrol1248cc19 years old9,427 tests82k miles avg

Annual Running Costs

Fuel (Petrol, 1248cc)

~42 mpg

£1,137
Road Tax

Based on 1248cc

£195
MOT Test
£55
Predicted Repairs

Higher estimate due to low pass rate

£700
Total per year£2,087
Per month£174/mo
Per week£40/wk

Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT data. Insurance not included.

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Reliability Verdict

69% MOT pass rate(Below Avg)
0%National avg: 82%100%

Below average reliability. Budget extra for maintenance and repairs. That's 13 points below the national average of 82%. It falls below the FIAT brand average of 83%.

At 19 years old, 69% of FIAT PANDAs from 2007 passed their MOT first time in 2026. That's based on 9,427 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 81,587 miles.

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How Does It Compare?

Rank among 2007 cars473th of 598(top 79%)
Rank among FIAT models712th of 818(top 87%)
vs national average-13%(82% avg)
vs 2007 cars average-4%(73% avg)
vs FIAT average-14%(83% avg)

Mileage Analysis

81,587

Average miles

vs

140,600

Expected for age

The average 2007 FIAT PANDA has 81,587 miles on the clock, which is below the expected 140,600 miles for a 19-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.

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Best Year to Buy?

The most reliable year is the 2020 model with a 94% MOT pass rate, while the 2004 model has the lowest at 66%. The 2007 sits between the two at 69%.

FIAT PANDA by Year

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
202189%12720,407 mi
202094%2,12020,195 mi
201988%3,81925,239 mi
201887%4,05830,276 mi
201785%5,45135,891 mi
201683%7,60542,126 mi
201581%12,61649,867 mi
201480%12,90256,982 mi
201379%12,67962,830 mi
201277%10,72663,247 mi
201173%9,35867,269 mi
201072%15,92071,228 mi
200972%17,75973,003 mi
200870%8,82578,699 mi
200769%9,42781,587 mi
200667%7,41683,111 mi
200568%5,60083,662 mi
200466%4,91781,345 mi
200370%13581,432 mi
199561%3349,142 mi
199472%9262,450 mi
199371%17068,567 mi
199273%15063,541 mi
199171%11171,698 mi
199072%13067,835 mi

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About the 2007 FIAT PANDA

The 2007 FIAT PANDA is a small family car with a 1248cc petrol engine. 9,427 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2026, making it a reasonably common sight on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 79% of 2007 cars for MOT pass rates.

With an average of 81,587 miles at 19 years old, FIAT PANDA owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.

2007 FIAT PANDA Fuel Costs

The 1248cc petrol engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 42 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,137 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 2007 FIAT PANDA?

Total estimated annual running cost is £2,087 174/month), broken down as £1137 fuel, £195 road tax, £55 MOT, and £700 predicted repairs. The higher repair estimate reflects the 69% MOT pass rate. Cars in this bracket tend to need work on suspension, brakes, and emissions components.

FIAT PANDA Reliability Trend

Newer FIAT PANDAs show better MOT pass rates than older ones, with an average improvement of 12 percentage points.

Buying a Used 2007 FIAT PANDA

At 19 years old, the FIAT PANDA is firmly in budget territory. Purchase prices are low, but check for rust, worn suspension bushes, and electrical gremlins. A full service history is especially valuable at this age. If you're flexible on year, the 2020 model has the highest pass rate at 94%. With 9,427 MOT tests in our data, there's strong statistical confidence in these figures.

Common Issues to Watch For

Based on the 2007 FIAT PANDA's fuel type, age, and engine size, these are the most likely problem areas to check.

Rust and Corrosion

Watch out

At 10+ years, check wheel arches, sills, subframe, and brake lines for rust. Structural corrosion is an MOT failure. Prevention is far cheaper than repair.

Suspension Bushings

Watch out

Rubber suspension bushes harden and crack with age, causing knocking noises and vague handling. A full refresh costs £300-£800 depending on the car.

Clutch Wear

Medium risk

With an average of 82k miles, clutch replacement may be due (typical lifespan 60,000-100,000 miles). Budget £400-£800 for a new clutch kit.

Brake Discs and Pads

Medium risk

High-mileage cars often need brake disc replacement, not just pads. A full set of discs and pads costs £200-£500 per axle.

Higher Than Average Failure Rate

Watch out

With a 69% MOT pass rate, this model fails more often than most. Budget for unexpected repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

Service History

Low risk

Always request a full service history. Regular servicing is the single best indicator of how well a car has been maintained, regardless of mileage.

Running Costs Compared

How the 2007 FIAT PANDA stacks up against similar cars for annual running costs, insurance, and tax.

CarPass RateFuel/yrTax/yrInsuranceTotal/yr
FIAT PANDA(2007)69%£1137£195Grp 8-20£2087
FORD FIESTA(2008)72%£1137£30Grp 8-20£1722-£365
FORD FOCUS(2009)74%£1137£135Grp 12-25£1827-£260
VAUXHALL CORSA(2008)73%£1137£30Grp 8-20£1722-£365
MINI MINI(2009)75%£1137£135Grp 12-25£1827-£260

Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year, current fuel prices, and MOT data. Insurance groups are indicative. Actual costs vary by driver, location, and usage.

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