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S738 APD

1998 Fiat Scudo

White Diesel 1868cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2007
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

104,051 mi
Last recorded104,051 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2006
Typical for 1998 Fiat Scudo121,857 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS738 APD
MakeFiat
ModelScudo
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,868cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2006 104,051 miles

leak from gear box

Fail 9 Nov 2006 104,051 miles

Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)

leak from gear box

Pass 19 Oct 2005 97,207 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2005 97,207 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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S738 APD is a 1998 Fiat Scudo in White with a 1,868cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 S738 APD, 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 S738 APD?

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What year was S738 APD registered?

S738 APD is a 1998 Fiat Scudo, first registered on 2 November 1998.

Is S738 APD safe to buy?

The MOT history for S738 APD shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does S738 APD have outstanding finance?

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