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DU53 EFX

2003 Fiat Scudo

Black Diesel 1905cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2012
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

161,247 mi
Last recorded161,247 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2011
Typical for 2003 Fiat Scudo88,307 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU53 EFX
MakeFiat
ModelScudo
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,905cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2011 161,247 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2011 161,247 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)

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

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

Pass 15 Jun 2011 145,474 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Dec 2010 132,457 miles

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

front pads not visible

Pass 15 Jun 2010 121,788 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2009 111,443 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 104,921 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

advise-------- Bind offside front brake!

Pass 3 Dec 2008 96,086 miles

Advise=====slight bind o/s front brake!

Fail 2 Dec 2008 96,078 miles

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 27 Nov 2007 76,006 miles

Advise -----Power steering drive belt "noisy"

Fail 27 Nov 2007 76,006 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Advise -----Power steering drive belt "noisy"

Pass 14 Nov 2006 61,969 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2005 28,525 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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DU53 EFX is a 2003 Fiat Scudo in Black with a 1,905cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 DU53 EFX, 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.

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What year was DU53 EFX registered?

DU53 EFX is a 2003 Fiat Scudo, first registered on 11 December 2003.

Is DU53 EFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for DU53 EFX shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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