Fiat Scudo reliability, MPG and running costs
Figures updated
The Fiat Scudo is a van. In 2024 MOT tests it scored 86 for reliability (100 is average), ranking 23 of 42, and 49.9% failed first time against a UK average of 28.5%. Its most common MOT failure is joints (12.0% of tests).
Ranked 23 of 42 vans and pickups in the 2024 MOT Reliability League
In 2024, 7,390 Fiat Scudos aged 3 to 20 had an MOT and 49.9% failed first time (UK average 28.5%). Taking age and mileage into account, the Fiat Scudo is 16% more likely to fail than the average car of the same age and mileage.
First-time fail rate
49.9%
UK 28.5%
Fail rate at 3 years
–
UK 12.7%
Average miles a year
10,000
Typical age at test: 16 years
Fiat Scudo MOT failure rate by age
Most common Fiat Scudo MOT faults
- Joints: constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt12.0% of tests
- Position lamp: not working9.2% of tests
- Ball joint: ball joint excessively worn7.1% of tests
- Stop lamp: not working5.3% of tests
- Component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength4.8% of tests
- Rbt (sp): efficiency below requirements4.5% of tests
What the Fiat Scudo fails on
| Area | Tests failing | vs similar cars |
|---|---|---|
| Lights and electrics | 26.3% | ▲ 1.3× as often |
| Body and structure | 20.8% | ▲ 2.6× as often |
| Suspension | 20.7% | ▲ 1.2× as often |
| Brakes | 15.5% | ▲ 1.2× as often |
| Visibility | 10.0% | ▲ 1.5× as often |
| Tyres | 6.8% | ▼ 17% less often |
| Exhaust and emissions | 4.8% | ▼ 24% less often |
| Steering | 4.3% | About average |
| Seat belts and airbags | 3.4% | ▲ 1.5× as often |
| Wheels | 0.3% | ▼ 55% less often |
Fiat Scudo specs and running costs
Official figures for 16 versions sold in the UK between 2004 and 2013.
Fuel types
Diesel
Official economy
37.7–40.4 mpg
CO2
183–198 g/km
| Version | Fuel | Economy | CO2 | Car tax |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scudo Combi and Panorama 2.0 MultiJet 130Manual · listed 2013 | Diesel | 40.4 mpg | 183g | £360 |
| Scudo Combi and Panorama 2.0 MultiJet 165Manual · listed 2013 | Diesel | 40.4 mpg | 183g | £360 |
| Scudo Combi and Panorama 2.0 MultiJet 130M6 · listed 2012 | Diesel | 40.4 mpg | 183g | £360 |
| Scudo Combi and Panorama 2.0 MultiJet 165M6 · listed 2012 | Diesel | 40.4 mpg | 183g | £360 |
| Scudo Combi 1.6 MultiJet 5 seatM5 · listed 2010 | Diesel | 39.2 mpg | 191g | £410 |
| Scudo Combi 2.0 MultiJet 120 short wheelbaseM6 · listed 2010 | Diesel | 39.2 mpg | 194g | £410 |
| Scudo Combi 2.0 MultiJet 120 long wheelbaseM6 · listed 2010 | Diesel | 37.7 mpg | 198g | £410 |
| Scudo Panorama 2.0 MultiJet 120 5 seat long wheelbaseM6 · listed 2010 | Diesel | 38.2 mpg | 196g | £410 |
| Scudo Combi 2.0 MultiJet 120 8 seatM6 · listed 2008 | Diesel | 37.7 mpg | 198g | £410 |
| Scudo Combi 2.0 MultiJet 120 lwb 5/6 seatM6 · listed 2008 | Diesel | 38.2 mpg | 196g | £410 |
| Scudo Panorama Family 2.0 MultiJet 120 short wheelbaseM6 · listed 2008 | Diesel | 39.2 mpg | 194g | £410 |
| Scudo Panorama Family 2.0 MultiJet 120 long wheelbaseM6 · listed 2008 | Diesel | 38.2 mpg | 196g | £410 |
| Scudo Panorama Family 2.0 MultiJet 140 short wheelbaseM6 · listed 2008 | Diesel | 38.2 mpg | 196g | £410 |
| Scudo Panorama Family 2.0 MultiJet 140 long wheelbaseM6 · listed 2008 | Diesel | 37.7 mpg | 198g | £410 |
| Scudo Combi 2.0 JTD 16v CombiM5 · listed 2006 | Diesel | 40.4 mpg | 186g | £410 |
Economy and CO2 are official NEDC (before 2018) or WLTP figures. Car tax is the yearly rate at current rates for a car first registered in the year listed, before any expensive car supplement. Showing the 15 most recent of 16 versions.
What a Fiat Scudo costs to fuel
- diesel, typical official 39.2mpg…
Official figures are usually 10–15% better than real-world driving.
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Frequently asked questions
›Is the Fiat Scudo reliable?
Its MOT record is worse than average: the Fiat Scudo is 16% more likely to fail than the average car of the same age and mileage, with a reliability score of 86 in our 2024 league (100 is average).
›What are common problems with the Fiat Scudo?
The most common MOT fault is “Joints: constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt”, found in 12.0% of tests. It fails on body and structure and visibility more often than similar cars.
›How many Fiat Scudos fail their MOT?
49.9% of Fiat Scudos aged 3 to 20 failed their MOT first time in 2024.
Sources: DVSA anonymised MOT tests 2024, all versions of the Fiat Scudo combined (Open Government Licence v3.0); official economy and CO2 from Vehicle Certification Agency data, © Crown copyright. VCA cannot accept liability for its accuracy. How we calculate the league.