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RN53 DUG

2003 Fiat Scudo

White Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Nov 2026
Tests29 (20 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate69%

Mileage

48,370 mi
Last recorded48,370 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Fiat Scudo88,307 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRN53 DUG
MakeFiat
ModelScudo
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

20 pass 9 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2025 48,370 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2024 47,524 miles

Offside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

all suspension components corroded

Pass 4 Oct 2023 45,060 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 2 Oct 2023 45,046 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Steering box leaking to the extent that oil is dripping Rack (2.1.1 (e) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 31 Oct 2022 42,362 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively o/s & n/s (1.2.1 (e))

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened o/s & n/s (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 18 Oct 2022 42,358 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively o/s & n/s (3.4 (b) (ii))

Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened marked (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength o/s & n/s inner sill area (marked) (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively o/s & n/s (1.2.1 (e))

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened o/s & n/s (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Oct 2021 42,011 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Sep 2020 41,273 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2019 40,100 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2019 40,098 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Sep 2018 39,032 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 10 Sep 2018 39,030 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases centre box marked (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear box marked (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded o/s & n/s (marked) (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Oct 2017 37,474 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2016 33,243 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2016 33,243 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 Oct 2015 32,526 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2014 31,040 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2013 29,144 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2012 28,230 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2011 27,811 miles

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

Pass 30 Sep 2011 27,811 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2010 25,396 miles

slight corrosion o/s and n/s front brake discs

Pass 23 Jul 2009 22,759 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2009 22,759 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 20 Aug 2008 22,008 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2007 17,620 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 13 Jul 2007 17,620 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2006 10,947 miles

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 9 Jun 2006 10,947 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
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RN53 DUG is a 2003 Fiat Scudo in White with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 29 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69%.

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 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 RN53 DUG, 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 RN53 DUG registered?

RN53 DUG is a 2003 Fiat Scudo, first registered on 25 September 2003.

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