2004 FIAT SCUDO2.0L Diesel

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a clean pass on 17 March 2025. The maintenance trend shows a period of significant decline between 2022 and 2024, followed by a recent recovery. While the most recent test recorded no defects, the history reveals a pattern of neglecting critical safety components until they triggered an MOT failure. Mileage data is insufficient to establish a long-term average, though the vehicle covered 2,848 miles between November 2022 and February 2024. This suggests relatively low usage over that two-year window. The short interval between the February and March 2024 tests shows the owner addressed braking issues quickly to secure a certificate. A buyer must scrutinise the chassis and sills for structural integrity. The November 2023 failure highlighted severe corrosion to the rear sills that compromised the rigidity of the assembly. While this was repaired to pass, the March 2024 test still flagged a corroded rear suspension arm cross member, and the November 2022 test noted corrosion on both the front and rear sub-frames. These recurring entries indicate a vehicle prone to significant rust, which is typical for this age but requires a thorough physical inspection of all load-bearing members. The braking system has a history of instability. The tester flagged binding front brakes in February 2024 and binding rear brakes in November 2023, alongside excessively corroded brake pipes. Although the vehicle passed its latest tests, these issues suggest a lack of preventative maintenance. A professional check of the calipers and brake lines is necessary to ensure the previous repairs were permanent rather than superficial.