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BN53 LYX

2003 Fiat Scudo

Red Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jan 2024
Tests25 (17 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate68%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Fiat Scudo88,307 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN53 LYX
MakeFiat
ModelScudo
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

17 pass 8 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2023

Offside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Fail 22 Dec 2022

Nearside Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 2 Dec 2021 138,327 miles

Offside Front Inner Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Dec 2020 117,757 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Dec 2019 99,407 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2018 75,857 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2018 75,857 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Oct 2017 72,948 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2017 72,947 miles

Nearside Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle binding and noisey (3.7.B.5b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm and worn edges (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm and worn edges (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Oct 2016 69,912 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2016 69,912 miles

Brake valve leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear reflector excessively damaged so that its function is impaired (1.5.1c)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 20 Oct 2015 63,545 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Oct 2014 59,227 miles

N/S/F TYRE CRACKINGON SIDE WALL

Pass 28 Oct 2013 54,337 miles

EYE LEVEL LIGHT NOT WORKING

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

N/S DOOR MIRROR COVER SLIGHT CHIP

N/S W/ BLADE WORN

N/S/R TYRE SMALL CUT

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Oct 2012 50,158 miles

Offside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

n/s door mirror cover slight damage

n/s/r tyre small cut on wall

Fail 17 Oct 2012 50,158 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

n/s door mirror cover slight damage

n/s/r tyre small cut on wall

Pass 24 Oct 2011 45,969 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2011 45,968 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Oct 2010 41,978 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2010 41,978 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

BOTH W/BLADES SPLIT

Pass 27 Oct 2009 38,066 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2009 38,066 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

FRONT PADS WEARING LOW

N/S DOOR MIRROR COVER INSURER

N/S O/S W/BLADE SLIGHT SPLITS

Pass 27 Oct 2008 33,281 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2007 27,807 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2006 21,948 miles

How Reliable is the Fiat Scudo?

Based on 592,996 MOT tests across 40,591 vehicles.

67.3%
Pass Rate
7,909
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
40,591
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 25,288
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 19,232
Registration plate lamp not working 18,988
position lamp(s) not working 18,223
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 12,620
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BN53 LYX is a 2003 Fiat Scudo in Red with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68%.

Across all 2003 Fiat Scudo models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.5% with a typical mileage of 88,307 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Fiat Scudo fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 25,288 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BN53 LYX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Fiat Scudo typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 23 years old, this Fiat Scudo is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BN53 LYX?

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What year was BN53 LYX registered?

BN53 LYX is a 2003 Fiat Scudo, first registered on 5 November 2003.

Is BN53 LYX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN53 LYX shows 25 tests with a 68% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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