Fiat Scudo (2004)
2004 Fiat Scudo
CarHunch analysed 3,203 real MOT records for the 2004 Fiat Scudo. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2004 Fiat Scudo has a first-time pass rate of just 69.4%, well below the UK average of 80%, and nearly four in ten vehicles have recorded a dangerous defect at some point—making this a notably risky proposition for buyers prioritising reliability. This van's struggles aren't hidden in edge cases; the average vehicle racks up 5.16 failures per test and 21 advisories, suggesting systemic wear issues rather than isolated problems.
At nearly 96,000 miles on average, these Scudos have seen hard use typical of working vehicles, but that mileage context doesn't excuse the high failure rate—comparable vans from the same era often perform better. If you're considering one, budget for immediate work on braking, suspension and emissions systems, get a thorough pre-purchase inspection from a van specialist, and factor in that recurring repairs are the norm, not the exception.
What to check before buying a 2004 Fiat Scudo
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.
- ⚠️ 37.8% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Enter the reg below — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.
- 📄 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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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diesel (100%) | 3,197 | 69.4% | 5.16 |
| Petrol (0%) | 6 | 67.3% | 4.17 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2004 Fiat Scudo 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 2004 Fiat Scudo vehicles fall between 66,738 and 113,731 miles.
2004 Fiat Scudo — Still on the Road
Numbers are declining — 298 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 (12% of peak).
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 2004 Fiat Scudo
Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.
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73.4%
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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69.7%
Oil leak
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66.8%
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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62.6%
Oil leak, but not excessive
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48.4%
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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43.4%
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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34.7%
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin
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27.3%
Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A'
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2004. Counts include advisories and failures.
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