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DX52 MLU

2003 Fiat Scudo

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2010
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

265,277 mi
Last recorded265,277 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2009
Typical for 2003 Fiat Scudo88,307 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX52 MLU
MakeFiat
ModelScudo
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2009 265,277 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

wipers not clearing well

Fail 25 Feb 2009 265,216 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Brake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

wipers not clearing well

Pass 21 Jan 2008 228,325 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 21 Jan 2008 228,316 miles

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 23 Jan 2007 189,964 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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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DX52 MLU is a 2003 Fiat Scudo in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 DX52 MLU, 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 DX52 MLU registered?

DX52 MLU is a 2003 Fiat Scudo, first registered on 7 January 2003.

Is DX52 MLU safe to buy?

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