Fiat Scudo El Td Swb (1999)
1999 Fiat Scudo El Td Swb
CarHunch analysed 112 real MOT records for the 1999 Fiat Scudo El Td Swb. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
This 1999 Scudo has a first-time MOT pass rate of just 23.7%, nearly a quarter of the UK average of 80%, making it an extremely unreliable prospect by any measure. The good news is that none of the 112 vehicles analysed ever recorded a dangerous defect, so catastrophic safety failures are not the pattern here—instead, expect a steady stream of minor repairs and maintenance issues.
These vans are running at typical mileage for their age (median 104,810 miles), but averaging 0.5 failures and 1.4 advisories per test shows a vehicle that simply needs constant attention to stay roadworthy. If you're considering one, budget heavily for remedial work before purchase, get a full pre-purchase inspection from a diesel specialist, and walk away unless the price reflects its repair demands.
What to check before buying a 1999 Fiat Scudo El Td Swb
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Mileage Distribution
Most 1999 Fiat Scudo El Td Swb vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 1999 Fiat Scudo El Td Swb vehicles fall between 93,233 and 132,866 miles.
MOT History Averages
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