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ML53 FLM

2003 Fiat Scudo

White Diesel 1868cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2021
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

98,765 mi
Last recorded98,765 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2020
Typical for 2003 Fiat Scudo88,307 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML53 FLM
MakeFiat
ModelScudo
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,868cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2020 98,765 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Nov 2019 93,581 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))

Pass 1 Dec 2018 87,599 miles

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

Pass 9 Dec 2017 81,670 miles

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

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 2 Dec 2017 81,576 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

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

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 26 Nov 2016 76,012 miles

Nearside OUTER SILL CORREDED

Offside Front Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

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

Oil leak ENGINE ()

Pass 10 Nov 2015 72,213 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 11 Nov 2014 72,089 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2013 72,098 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2013 72,098 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Jun 2012 72,097 miles
Fail 30 May 2012 72,097 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 21 Jun 2011 72,095 miles

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

Fail 21 Jun 2011 72,095 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

Pass 21 Jun 2010
Pass 26 Jun 2009 58,987 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2009 58,987 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Spare tyre defective

Pass 6 Oct 2008 51,780 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2007 40,748 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2007 40,748 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Oct 2006 30,373 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2006 30,373 miles

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

Centre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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ML53 FLM is a 2003 Fiat Scudo in White with a 1,868cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 ML53 FLM, 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 ML53 FLM registered?

ML53 FLM is a 2003 Fiat Scudo, first registered on 31 October 2003.

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