2009 Fiat Scudo 1.6L Diesel · PK59 KXE

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the maintenance history indicates a pattern of reactive repairs rather than proactive preventative maintenance. Following a failure in the November 2025 test at 138,534 miles due to a non-functional central stop lamp and split boots on both front drive shaft CV joints, the issues were rectified immediately, as the re-test on the same day resulted in a clean pass without defects. This suggests that the owner is willing to address major failures once they are identified. At 138,534 miles, the Fiat Scudo has averaged approximately 8,150 miles per year over its sixteen years, which is consistent with typical usage for a light commercial vehicle. The mileage progression shows steady use, with 1,128 miles covered between the October 2023 and 2024 tests, and further 1,734 miles recorded in the final year leading to the most recent inspection. This consistent accumulation suggests the vehicle has not sat dormant, though the age-related wear on rubber components is expected. A buyer should specifically inspect the front suspension assembly, as the nearside and offside drive shaft CV boots were flagged in both 2023 and 2025. Repeated failures of these boots can indicate accelerated wear on the internal joints if grease leakage has occurred. Additionally, the front anti-roll bar pin or bush was noted as excessively worn in 2023; a physical check for play or knocking noises in the steering geometry is necessary to ensure these components were properly replaced and adjusted. Given the age of the vehicle, a thorough inspection of the structural integrity and underbody corrosion is vital, as the history does not detail specific rust advisories. While the most recent test was clean, the previous failure of the windscreen washer in 2023 highlights that minor auxiliary items may be overlooked. The prospective owner should verify that all lighting, including the central stop lamp, is now fully operational before finalizing the purchase.