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SM03 VJK

2003 Fiat Scudo

White Diesel 1868cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2022
Tests28 (17 pass, 11 fail)
Pass rate60.7%

Mileage

178,580 mi
Last recorded178,580 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2021
Typical for 2003 Fiat Scudo88,307 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM03 VJK
MakeFiat
ModelScudo
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,868cc

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MOT History

17 pass 11 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2021 178,580 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2021 178,575 miles

Brake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))

Brake load sensing valve seized but ABS functioning (1.1.17 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Front cross member corroded

Oil leak

Pass 3 Oct 2020 173,057 miles

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

front sub frame corroded

oil leak

Fail 3 Oct 2020 173,057 miles

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

Parking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

front sub frame corroded

oil leak

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

Rear Brake load sensing valve seized and ABS not fitted or inoperative (1.1.17 (c) (ii))

Pass 28 Sep 2019 168,847 miles

oil leak

Pass 28 Sep 2018 163,740 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2018 163,740 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Sep 2017 159,341 miles

Spare tyre defective ()

oil leak

Fail 23 Sep 2017 159,341 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Spare tyre defective ()

oil leak

Pass 27 Sep 2016 155,384 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 24 Sep 2016 155,330 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Centre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported BACK BOX RUBBER SPLIT (7.1.1)

Offside Rear Inner Sub-frame rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

Oil leak ()

Pass 19 Sep 2015 146,047 miles

oil leak

spare wheel flat

Fail 19 Sep 2015 146,047 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported rear box rubber (7.1.1)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

oil leak

spare wheel flat

Pass 27 Sep 2014 133,919 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2014 133,919 miles

Offside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 22 Sep 2013 123,828 miles

Oil leak

Rear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 21 Sep 2013 123,827 miles

Centre Rear Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Nearside Outer Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

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

Offside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

Rear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 17 Sep 2012 109,459 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2012 109,459 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 20 Sep 2011 100,353 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 Sep 2011 100,353 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 31 Aug 2010 81,492 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2009 66,045 miles

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

rear no plate deteriating

Pass 7 Aug 2008 50,798 miles

Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 6 Aug 2007 34,776 miles

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 4 Sep 2006 22,578 miles
Fail 4 May 2006 17,070 miles

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

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

Pass 4 May 2006 17,070 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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SM03 VJK is a 2003 Fiat Scudo in White with a 1,868cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60.7%.

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 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 SM03 VJK, 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 SM03 VJK registered?

SM03 VJK is a 2003 Fiat Scudo, first registered on 30 April 2003.

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