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WV53 ZCU

2003 Fiat Scudo

White Diesel 1868cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Aug 2027
Tests26 (17 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate65.4%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Fiat Scudo88,307 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV53 ZCU
MakeFiat
ModelScudo
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,868cc

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MOT History

17 pass 9 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2026

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

Pass 16 Sep 2025

Nearside Rear Damage to the side door and rear panel

Fail 16 Sep 2025

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Damage to the side door and rear panel

Pass 10 Sep 2024
Fail 10 Sep 2024

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Jun 2023

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

Pass 7 Feb 2022

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

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

Pass 6 Nov 2020
Fail 6 Nov 2020

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 14 May 2019
Pass 6 Oct 2015

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 25 Sep 2015

Offside Indicator switch faulty will not stay on (1.4.A.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 22 Sep 2014

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

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 20 Sep 2013 142,880 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 20 Sep 2012 137,351 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Sep 2011 132,112 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2011 132,112 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Sep 2010 125,724 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2010 125,724 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Pass 30 Sep 2009 118,100 miles

Oil leak

both head lights are cracked, not effecting beam image

n/s rear light unit cracked

Fail 30 Sep 2009 118,100 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Oil leak

both head lights are cracked, not effecting beam image

n/s rear light unit cracked

Pass 29 Sep 2008 112,234 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2007 104,846 miles

Oil leak

Slight wear/play in offside of steering rack.

Fail 24 Sep 2007 104,846 miles

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Oil leak

Slight wear/play in offside of steering rack.

Pass 26 Sep 2006 81,890 miles

nearside rear light lense cracked

Fail 22 Sep 2006 81,787 miles

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

nearside rear light lense cracked

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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WV53 ZCU is a 2003 Fiat Scudo in White with a 1,868cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.4%.

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 WV53 ZCU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of WV53 ZCU?

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What year was WV53 ZCU registered?

WV53 ZCU is a 2003 Fiat Scudo, first registered on 22 September 2003.

Is WV53 ZCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for WV53 ZCU shows 26 tests with a 65.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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