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DY53 UCL

2003 Fiat Scudo

White Diesel 1868cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Feb 2020
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

125,863 mi
Last recorded125,863 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2019
Typical for 2003 Fiat Scudo88,307 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY53 UCL
MakeFiat
ModelScudo
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,868cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2019 125,863 miles

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced upper strut mount turret (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 28 Feb 2019 125,863 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced upper strut mount turret (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Position lamp showing white light to the rear lens broken (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced rear panel and inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced upper strut mount turret (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 13 Feb 2018 114,954 miles

All coil springs corroded

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

front top strut mounts corroded

Fail 31 Jan 2018 114,947 miles

Nearside Rear Trailing arm corroded and seriously weakened corrosion holes (2.4.G.1) DANGEROUS

All coil springs corroded

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

front top strut mounts corroded

Pass 3 Feb 2017 109,381 miles

Front fiat badge loose

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

Rear coil springs corroded

Fail 3 Feb 2017 109,376 miles

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

Front fiat badge loose

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

Rear coil springs corroded

Pass 1 Feb 2016 103,571 miles

Exhaust back box corroded

F/discs corroded

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Rear coil springs corroded

Fail 1 Feb 2016 103,571 miles

Exhaust back box corroded

F/discs corroded

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Rear coil springs corroded

Pass 5 Jan 2015 97,754 miles

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

exhaust back box corroded

Pass 10 Jan 2014 89,347 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2013 82,529 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2011 76,143 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 68,945 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2010 56,982 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2009 46,486 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Sep 2007 28,440 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2006 20,970 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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DY53 UCL is a 2003 Fiat Scudo in White with a 1,868cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 DY53 UCL, 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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DY53 UCL is a 2003 Fiat Scudo, first registered on 27 September 2003.

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