2008 Fiat Scudo 1.6L Diesel · WM57 LYK

The vehicle passed its most recent MOT on 2026‑03‑02 at 343,438 miles, but the test recorded several defects: corrosion of the offside rear coil spring, an oil leak that is not excessive, a severely deteriorated offside front drive‑shaft CV boot, and corrosion of both rear outer sills with structural rigidity deemed acceptable. The preceding test on 2026‑02‑27 had failed, adding a parking‑brake efficiency below 50 % to the defect list. The failure was rectified before the March test, yet the coil‑spring corrosion, oil leak and CV‑boot deterioration remain unchanged, indicating a stable but unresolved wear trend. Mileage accumulation shows an unusually high rate for an 18‑year‑old vehicle. Between January 2025 (329,453 mi) and March 2026 (343,438 mi) the car gained roughly 14,000 mi in 14 months, averaging about 1,000 mi per month. The jump from February 2023 (187,599 mi) to January 2025 (329,453 mi) added more than 140,000 mi in just over two years, far exceeding typical annual usage for a light commercial van. The recent MOT entries are contemporaneous with the current date of 2026‑07‑30, providing a clear picture of the vehicle’s condition, but the earlier mileage surge raises questions about actual service history and possible mileage inflation. A prospective buyer should inspect the suspension components closely, checking the rear coil spring for corrosion, the front suspension arm ball joints for wear, and the anti‑roll bar linkage bushes. Brake system scrutiny is essential: verify parking‑brake actuation, examine rear brake pads for thickness, assess disc condition for pitting or scoring, and ensure the hand‑brake lever has adequate reserve travel. The drivetrain demands attention to the front CV boots, which show severe deterioration, and to the drive‑shaft joints for any signs of grease leakage or split boots. Body integrity checks should focus on the rear sill corrosion, confirming that structural rigidity is not compromised. Finally, a thorough visual inspection of the exhaust mounting, oil‑leak source, and tyre tread depth will reveal any ongoing maintenance gaps.