2021 Fiat Panda City Cross Mhev — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 466 MOT tests analysed for the 2021 Fiat Panda City Cross Mhev, the most common recorded failure areas were visibility, suspension and lighting & signalling. Its pass rate of 92.9% was above the average for cars of a similar age (91.2%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Visibility | 3.2% | 15 |
| 2 | Suspension | 2.4% | 11 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 1.9% | 9 |
| 4 | Tyres | 1.7% | 8 |
| 5 | Seat belts & restraints | 0.9% | 4 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 0.4% | 2 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pins and bushes | 15 |
| 2 | Wipers | 10 |
| 3 | Washers | 8 |
| 4 | Headlamp aim | 8 |
| 5 | Tread depth | 3 |
| 6 | Shock absorbers | 2 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 16.5% | 77 |
| 2 | Suspension | 8.8% | 41 |
| 3 | Other defects | 4.3% | 20 |
| 4 | Brakes | 3.4% | 16 |
| 5 | Visibility | 1.9% | 9 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 0.9% | 4 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 396 | 6.1% |
| 30-60k | 63 | 12.7% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 230 | 7.8% |
| 2025 | 229 | 6.6% |
What to check before buying a 2021 Panda City Cross Mhev
Before buying a 2021 Fiat Panda City Cross Mhev, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Visibility accounted for 3.2% of tests for this year.
- Visibility (3.2% of tests): Wipers, washers, mirrors and screen damage — usually inexpensive, but check for chips in the driver's line of sight. Typical repair: £15–£150.
- Suspension (2.4% of tests): Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair: £150–£450 per corner.
- Lighting & signalling (1.9% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2021 Fiat Panda City Cross Mhevs pass their MOT?
92.9% of the 466 2021 Fiat Panda City Cross Mhev MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 7.1% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2021 Fiat Panda City Cross Mhev?
Visibility, recorded in 3.2% of tests, followed by suspension (2.4%).
Does the 2021 Panda City Cross Mhev get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 6.1% in the 0-30k band to 12.7% in the 30-60k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 466 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.