CarVerify

Free Car Check

R166 JFB

1998 Fiat Scudo

White Diesel 1905cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2008
Tests5 (2 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate40%

Mileage

155,503 mi
Last recorded155,503 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2007
Typical for 1998 Fiat Scudo121,857 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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

RegistrationR166 JFB
MakeFiat
ModelScudo
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,905cc

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

2 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2007 155,503 miles

clocks burnt

drive belt badly perished

drivers seat in poor condition

exhaust rattling rear anti-roll bar

n/s f splashguard insecure

n/s f tyre on 3mm

o/s mirror casing cracked

passenger door sticky to open

play at drivers seat

play at steering rack

steering rack leaking

various engine oil leaks

Fail 8 Jun 2007 155,486 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

burn on dash clocks

drive belt perished

drivers seat in poor condition

exhaust fouling rear anti-roll bar

front discs worn and corroded

leak at steering rack

n/s f splashguard insecure

o/s f mirror backing broken

passenger front door latch sticky

play at steering rack

Fail 21 May 2007 155,459 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

bad oil leak at engine

front number plate cracked

o/s&n/s front bottom ball joint gaiters split

Pass 20 Jun 2006 147,703 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2006 147,703 miles

Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

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

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

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

R166 JFB is a 1998 Fiat Scudo in White with a 1,905cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 40%.

Across all 1998 Fiat Scudo models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.5% with a typical mileage of 121,857 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 R166 JFB, 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 28 years old, this Fiat Scudo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R166 JFB?

You can check the full history of R166 JFB by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was R166 JFB registered?

R166 JFB is a 1998 Fiat Scudo, first registered on 11 May 1998.

Is R166 JFB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R166 JFB shows 5 tests with a 40% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R166 JFB 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 R166 JFB. 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.