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FG53 PPV

2003 Fiat Scudo

Blue Diesel 1868cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Oct 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

57,510 mi
Last recorded57,510 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Fiat Scudo88,307 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG53 PPV
MakeFiat
ModelScudo
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,868cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2025 57,510 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2024 56,416 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

general under body corrosion

Pass 27 Sep 2023 55,071 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively BOTH (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Front Coil spring corroded BOTH (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 30 Sep 2022 47,733 miles

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 Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 17 Sep 2021 39,942 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2020 38,142 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Sep 2019 36,630 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2018 35,094 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2017 32,908 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016 29,468 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 27,269 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2014 25,889 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 2 Oct 2014 25,889 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2013 22,494 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 21,339 miles

Some wall cracking on offside and nearside rear tyres.

Pass 9 Sep 2011 20,109 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2010 18,576 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 1 Sep 2010 18,576 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2009 17,553 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 7 Sep 2009 17,553 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2008 15,174 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 4 Sep 2008 15,174 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2007 11,683 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2006 9,245 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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FG53 PPV is a 2003 Fiat Scudo in Blue with a 1,868cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 FG53 PPV, 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

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What year was FG53 PPV registered?

FG53 PPV is a 2003 Fiat Scudo, first registered on 16 October 2003.

Is FG53 PPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG53 PPV shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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