Fiat Scudo El 1.9D Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Fiat Scudo El 1.9D reliable? We analysed 1,289 real MOT tests across 269 vehicles to find out.
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The Fiat Scudo El 1.9D is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, registration plate lamp not working and windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Fiat Scudo El 1.9D.
Fiat Scudo El 1.9D Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Fiat Scudo El 1.9D. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Fiat Scudo El 1.9D MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Fiat Scudo El 1.9D to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Fiat Scudo El 1.9D Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Fiat Scudo El 1.9D fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Fiat Scudo El 1.9D Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Fiat Scudo El 1.9D owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Fiat Scudo El 1.9D MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Fiat Scudo El 1.9D year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | 162 | 66.0% | 73,990 | 95,324 | 124,072 |
| 2000 | 323 | 68.1% | 81,252 | 103,278 | 133,119 |
| 1999 | 260 | 65.0% | 82,197 | 101,379 | 130,740 |
| 1998 | 157 | 65.0% | 107,048 | 122,817 | 145,114 |
| 1997 | 235 | 61.3% | 122,070 | 143,924 | 169,308 |
| 1996 | 78 | 69.2% | 101,775 | 125,475 | 150,409 |
How Long Does a Fiat Scudo El 1.9D Last?
Based on 269 Fiat Scudo El 1.9D vehicles on UK roads.
Fiat Scudo El 1.9D Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Fiat Scudo El 1.9D MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Fiat Scudo El 1.9D
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
69.2% MOT pass rate from 78 tests
61.3% MOT pass rate from 235 tests
The best year to buy a used Fiat Scudo El 1.9D is 1996, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 69.2% across 78 tests. The 1997 model year has the lowest pass rate at 61.3% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Fiat Scudo El 1.9D Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fiat Scudo El 1.9D THIS CAR | 65.3% | 1,289 | 116,913 mi | 30 yrs |
| Fiat Punto | 68.7% | 6,712,102 | 61,468 mi | 32 yrs |
| Fiat 500 | 76.9% | 3,854,072 | 42,469 mi | 18 yrs |
| Fiat Ducato | 75% | 1,962,737 | 48,690 mi | 38 yrs |
| Jaguar F-pace S D MHEV AWD Auto | 90.5% | 1,215 | 31,625 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Fiat Punto (68.7% pass rate) and the Fiat 500 (76.9% pass rate), the Fiat Scudo El 1.9D trails behind on MOT reliability.
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The Fiat Scudo El 1.9D has an overall MOT pass rate of 65.3% across 1,289 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Fiat Scudo El 1.9D are tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (97 recorded failures), registration plate lamp not working (92), and windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (71). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Fiat Scudo El 1.9D owner drives around 9,135 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Fiat Scudo El 1.9D models stay on UK roads for around 30 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.