CarVerify

Free Car Check

FV52 SWU

2003 Fiat Scudo

White Diesel 1868cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2016
Tests18 (10 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Fiat Scudo88,307 mi
4 checks still locked for this Fiat
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV52 SWU
MakeFiat
ModelScudo
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,868cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

10 pass 8 fail
Fail 12 Dec 2016

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)

Headlamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.7.5c)

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported mounting rubber broken (7.1.1)

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded both (3.6.B.2c)

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

Rear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 20 Nov 2015

ENGINE OIL LEAK

High level brake light not working.

Fail 17 Nov 2015

Nearside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings Front and centre sill (6.1.B.2)

ENGINE OIL LEAK

High level brake light not working.

Pass 25 Nov 2014

Oil leak

Pass 6 Dec 2013

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Oil leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 4 Dec 2013

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Oil leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 27 Nov 2012
Fail 26 Nov 2012

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

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Oil leak

Pass 10 Nov 2011
Fail 10 Nov 2011

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

Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

Nearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Seat belt affected by an insecure seat fixing (5.2.1b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Pass 9 Jun 2010 94,352 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 8 Jun 2010 94,352 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim does not move downwards when dipped (British American headlamp) (1.8.C.4)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim does not move downwards when dipped (British American headlamp) (1.8.C.4)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 8 Jan 2009 66,751 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2009 66,751 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 5 Jan 2008 42,383 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 2 Jan 2008 42,383 miles

Offside Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 27 Feb 2007 35,956 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2006 27,974 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
Full Fiat Scudo reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

FV52 SWU is a 2003 Fiat Scudo in White with a 1,868cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 FV52 SWU, 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

How do I check the history of FV52 SWU?

You can check the full history of FV52 SWU by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was FV52 SWU registered?

FV52 SWU is a 2003 Fiat Scudo, first registered on 21 February 2003.

Is FV52 SWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV52 SWU shows 18 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FV52 SWU have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on FV52 SWU. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.