2002 Fiat Scudo — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 1,565 MOT tests analysed for the 2002 Fiat Scudo, the most common recorded failure areas were lighting & signalling, suspension and body, structure & corrosion. Its pass rate of 69.4% was below the average for cars of a similar age (74.4%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 17.3% | 271 |
| 2 | Suspension | 15.7% | 246 |
| 3 | Body, structure & corrosion | 13.9% | 218 |
| 4 | Brakes | 12.3% | 193 |
| 5 | Visibility | 9.2% | 144 |
| 6 | Tyres | 5.4% | 84 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Component mounting prescribed areas | 270 |
| 2 | Integral vehicle structure condition | 119 |
| 3 | Wipers | 116 |
| 4 | Position lamp | 101 |
| 5 | Joints | 90 |
| 6 | Headlamp aim | 90 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension | 34.1% | 533 |
| 2 | Brakes | 33.9% | 531 |
| 3 | Emissions & environmental | 25.8% | 404 |
| 4 | Tyres | 25.1% | 392 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 23.1% | 362 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 18.3% | 286 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 220 | 32.3% |
| 30-60k | 68 | 29.4% |
| 60-90k | 143 | 25.9% |
| 90-120k | 205 | 26.3% |
| 120-150k | 162 | 31.5% |
| 150k+ | 177 | 32.8% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 521 | 32.8% |
| 2022 | 397 | 32.2% |
| 2023 | 288 | 26.4% |
| 2024 | 198 | 29.8% |
| 2025 | 161 | 28.0% |
What to check before buying a 2002 Scudo
Before buying a 2002 Fiat Scudo, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Lighting & signalling accounted for 17.3% of tests for this year.
- Lighting & signalling (17.3% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (15.7% of tests): Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair: £150–£450 per corner.
- Body, structure & corrosion (13.9% of tests): The one to take seriously on older cars — corrosion to structural areas can be costly and is an MOT failure. Typical repair: £200–£1,500+.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2002 Fiat Scudos pass their MOT?
69.4% of the 1,565 2002 Fiat Scudo MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 30.6% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2002 Fiat Scudo?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 17.3% of tests, followed by suspension (15.7%).
Does the 2002 Scudo get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 32.3% in the 0-30k band to 32.8% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 1,565 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.