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BU51 LXO

2001 Fiat Scudo

Silver Diesel 1905cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2013
Tests12 (6 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

134,197 mi
Last recorded134,197 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2012
Typical for 2001 Fiat Scudo95,277 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU51 LXO
MakeFiat
ModelScudo
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,905cc
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MOT History

6 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2012 134,197 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2012 134,119 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Fail 6 May 2011 123,687 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 6 May 2011 123,687 miles
Pass 8 May 2010 110,964 miles
Fail 7 May 2010 110,964 miles

Offside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Brake linkage has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 6 Aug 2009 110,963 miles

Centre Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Pass 16 Mar 2009 110,870 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2009 110,870 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 6 Sep 2007 99,617 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

nearside front indicator lens holed

Pass 7 Sep 2006 84,977 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

n/s/f indicator lens holed

o/s/f headlamp glass holed

Fail 7 Sep 2006 84,977 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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

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

Offside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

nearside front indicator lens holed

offside front headlamp glass holed

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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BU51 LXO is a 2001 Fiat Scudo in Silver with a 1,905cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2001 Fiat Scudo models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.5% with a typical mileage of 95,277 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 BU51 LXO, 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 25 years old, this Fiat Scudo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BU51 LXO?

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What year was BU51 LXO registered?

BU51 LXO is a 2001 Fiat Scudo, first registered on 13 September 2001.

Is BU51 LXO safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU51 LXO shows 12 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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