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AV53 VFU

2003 Fiat Scudo

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Oct 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

90,117 mi
Last recorded90,117 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Fiat Scudo88,307 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV53 VFU
MakeFiat
ModelScudo
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2025 90,117 miles

Nearside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 31 Oct 2024

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front discs worn have slight lip on edges (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tire worn close to limit , perished outer sidewall (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 30 Oct 2024

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front discs worn have slight lip on edges (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tire worn close to limit , perished outer sidewall (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Oct 2023 68,173 miles

n/s and o/s rear bumper/rear of vehicle (non structural) corroded

Pass 25 Oct 2022 68,064 miles

n/s and o/s rear bumper/rear of vehicle (non structural) corroded

Pass 19 Oct 2021 67,918 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2020 67,053 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2020 67,053 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Oct 2019 66,372 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2018 64,520 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2017 62,483 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2017 62,483 miles

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 12 Oct 2016 59,697 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2015 57,761 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2014 54,929 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2013 52,125 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2012 48,947 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2011 46,038 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2010 42,021 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2009 39,679 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2008 36,876 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2007 32,519 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2006 27,502 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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AV53 VFU is a 2003 Fiat Scudo in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 AV53 VFU, 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

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What year was AV53 VFU registered?

AV53 VFU is a 2003 Fiat Scudo, first registered on 29 October 2003.

Is AV53 VFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV53 VFU shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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