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MK05 XLJ

2005 Fiat Scudo

Red Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Feb 2025
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

Typical for 2005 Fiat Scudo92,714 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK05 XLJ
MakeFiat
ModelScudo
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2024

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced n/s front, n/s rear, o/s rear inner body sill all (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Dec 2022

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 26 Nov 2021

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Dec 2020

Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated o/s front outer (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated o/s front (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Track rod end ball joint has slight play o/s front inner (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s front (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Jun 2019
Pass 18 Apr 2018
Fail 18 Apr 2018

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively front both (8.2.2)

Pass 7 Jun 2016
Fail 6 Jun 2016

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

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

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 1 Jun 2015
Pass 6 Jun 2014 201,770 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 20 Mar 2013 155,893 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2012 190,765 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2011 163,935 miles

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

slight black smoke fron exhaust pipe

slight play in steering rack end

slight travel on foot brake

Pass 4 Mar 2010 129,473 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2010 129,471 miles

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

Pass 4 Mar 2009 97,389 miles

slight cracks in n/s/f cv boot

Pass 3 Mar 2008 66,713 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2008 66,713 miles

Centre Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

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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MK05 XLJ is a 2005 Fiat Scudo in Red with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 2005 Fiat Scudo models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.6% with a typical mileage of 92,714 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 MK05 XLJ, 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 21 years old, this Fiat Scudo is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was MK05 XLJ registered?

MK05 XLJ is a 2005 Fiat Scudo, first registered on 7 March 2005.

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