2009 Fiat Scudo — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 3,992 MOT tests analysed for the 2009 Fiat Scudo, the most common recorded failure areas were lighting & signalling, suspension and body, structure & corrosion. Its pass rate of 69.5% was below the average for cars of a similar age (76.0%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 32.0% in the 150k+ group versus 13.6% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 19.3% | 772 |
| 2 | Suspension | 13.6% | 541 |
| 3 | Body, structure & corrosion | 13.4% | 535 |
| 4 | Brakes | 12.9% | 514 |
| 5 | Visibility | 7.3% | 292 |
| 6 | Tyres | 5.3% | 211 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Joints | 398 |
| 2 | Position lamp | 352 |
| 3 | Ball joint | 275 |
| 4 | Rbt (sp) | 268 |
| 5 | Stop lamp | 251 |
| 6 | Headlamp aim | 199 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brakes | 27.8% | 1,110 |
| 2 | Suspension | 26.7% | 1,066 |
| 3 | Tyres | 26.2% | 1,045 |
| 4 | Emissions & environmental | 25.3% | 1,008 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 19.4% | 775 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 14.8% | 593 |
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 | 59 | 13.6% |
| 30-60k | 281 | 27.4% |
| 60-90k | 548 | 26.5% |
| 90-120k | 815 | 30.4% |
| 120-150k | 750 | 32.5% |
| 150k+ | 1,529 | 32.0% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 994 | 30.7% |
| 2022 | 883 | 28.9% |
| 2023 | 840 | 30.9% |
| 2024 | 676 | 30.0% |
| 2025 | 599 | 32.4% |
What to check before buying a 2009 Scudo
Before buying a 2009 Fiat Scudo, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Lighting & signalling accounted for 19.3% of tests for this year.
- Lighting & signalling (19.3% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (13.6% 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 (13.4% 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 2009 Fiat Scudos pass their MOT?
69.5% of the 3,992 2009 Fiat Scudo MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 30.5% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2009 Fiat Scudo?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 19.3% of tests, followed by suspension (13.6%).
Does the 2009 Scudo get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 13.6% in the 0-30k band to 32.0% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 3,992 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.