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FG53 USM

2003 Fiat Scudo

White Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

143,328 mi
Last recorded143,328 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2012
Typical for 2003 Fiat Scudo88,307 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG53 USM
MakeFiat
ModelScudo
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2012 143,328 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2012 143,323 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

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

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

Pass 26 Oct 2011 136,076 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2010 129,640 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2009 125,200 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2008 110,819 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2008 110,815 miles

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

Centre Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Pass 19 Oct 2007 90,223 miles

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

Pass 21 Oct 2006 71,289 miles

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

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 USM is a 2003 Fiat Scudo in White with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 USM, 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 FG53 USM registered?

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

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