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BG53 TBX

2003 Fiat Ulysse

Green Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2024
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

70,767 mi
Last recorded70,767 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2023
Typical for 2003 Fiat Ulysse77,328 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG53 TBX
MakeFiat
ModelUlysse
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2023 70,767 miles

Brake pedal rubber missing but pedal ribbed

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Other passenger door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed Requires 2 hands to open and close - recommend repair (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Fail 30 Oct 2023 70,757 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Exhaust system insecure rubbers off rear box (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing badly perished, no canvas showing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Other passenger door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed requires 2 hands to open and close - recommend repair (6.2.3 (c) (i))

brake pedal rubber missing but pedal ribbed

brake pedal spongy

Pass 4 Nov 2022 60,033 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 12 Nov 2021 49,211 miles

Central Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 12 Nov 2021 49,211 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Central Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 19 Nov 2020 40,775 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2020 40,687 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Feb 2019 39,325 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Feb 2018 38,420 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2018 38,420 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 16 Jan 2017 37,994 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Front Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Pass 23 Dec 2015 36,197 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2015 36,197 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 8 Jan 2015 34,732 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 18 Dec 2013 32,938 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2013 30,908 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2012 28,752 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2010 25,948 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2009 23,412 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2009 21,095 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2009 21,095 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fail 19 Aug 2008 19,321 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 19 Aug 2008 19,321 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2007 15,214 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 20 Sep 2007 15,214 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Oct 2006 9,587 miles

How Reliable is the Fiat Ulysse?

Based on 121,138 MOT tests across 11,094 vehicles.

65.8%
Pass Rate
7,481
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
11,094
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 7,292
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 5,107
position lamp(s) not working 4,401
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 4,220
Stop lamp not working 4,057
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BG53 TBX is a 2003 Fiat Ulysse in Green with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

Across all 2003 Fiat Ulysse models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.0% with a typical mileage of 77,328 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Fiat Ulysse fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 7,292 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BG53 TBX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Fiat Ulysse typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 23 years old, this Fiat Ulysse is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BG53 TBX registered?

BG53 TBX is a 2003 Fiat Ulysse, first registered on 24 November 2003.

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