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R438 OSL

1998 Fiat Scudo

White Diesel 1905cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2013
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

91,254 mi
Last recorded91,254 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2012
Typical for 1998 Fiat Scudo121,857 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR438 OSL
MakeFiat
ModelScudo
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,905cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2012 91,254 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

nail in nsr tyre

radaitor thins falling out in bad condition

Fail 24 Aug 2012 91,240 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

nail in nsr tyre

radaitor thins falling out in bad condition

Pass 19 Aug 2011 77,817 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2010 73,257 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 64,687 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2009 64,687 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 4 Jun 2008 54,437 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2008 54,437 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 1 Jun 2007 42,450 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

offside & nearside front tyres walls perished

Pass 27 Sep 2006 42,176 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2005 41,098 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2005 41,098 miles

Horn not a continuous or uniform sound (1.6.2e)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Both rear tyres cracking badly but not to cords,advise new.

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

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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R438 OSL is a 1998 Fiat Scudo in White with a 1,905cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 R438 OSL, 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

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What year was R438 OSL registered?

R438 OSL is a 1998 Fiat Scudo, first registered on 26 January 1998.

Is R438 OSL safe to buy?

The MOT history for R438 OSL shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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