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S482 TBC

1998 Fiat Scudo

White Diesel 1905cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Dec 2026
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

Typical for 1998 Fiat Scudo121,857 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS482 TBC
MakeFiat
ModelScudo
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,905cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2025

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Fail 8 Dec 2025

Fuel system component leaking possible leak off pipe (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Pass 10 Dec 2024 56,542 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2024 56,542 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 4 Dec 2023 56,178 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2022 55,810 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2021 55,125 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2020 54,246 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Slight seepage of grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Pass 11 Jun 2019 52,906 miles

advise very slight seepage of grease from nearside inner cv boot clip

Fail 6 Jun 2019 52,897 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

advise very slight seepage of grease from nearside inner cv boot clip

Pass 8 May 2018 51,407 miles

advise offside and nearside inner cv boots damp

advise slight blow to rear exhaust box

Pass 6 Jun 2017 51,241 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 49,738 miles

advise brake warning light on dash

advise front inner brake pads low

Fail 28 May 2015 47,720 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Pass 28 May 2015 47,720 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 3 Jun 2014 46,103 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 44,012 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2013 44,012 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Fail 18 May 2012 41,459 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 18 May 2012 41,459 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 May 2011 37,092 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2010 35,175 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 31,708 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2008 26,478 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2006 21,435 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2005 16,005 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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S482 TBC is a 1998 Fiat Scudo in White with a 1,905cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 S482 TBC, 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.

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What year was S482 TBC registered?

S482 TBC is a 1998 Fiat Scudo, first registered on 4 September 1998.

Is S482 TBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for S482 TBC shows 26 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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