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BT53 FMU

2003 Fiat Ulysse

Red Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

132,549 mi
Last recorded132,549 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2016
Typical for 2003 Fiat Ulysse77,328 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT53 FMU
MakeFiat
ModelUlysse
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2016 132,549 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2016 132,446 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped hose (3.6.B.1)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped hose (3.6.B.1)

both front brake warning light wires hanging loose

Pass 24 Nov 2015 120,990 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2014 109,851 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2013 98,176 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2013 97,946 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 23 Nov 2012 86,882 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2011 76,071 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 29 Nov 2010 64,574 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2009 53,598 miles

Offside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 9 Dec 2008 41,750 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 Dec 2007 31,434 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2006 24,119 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2006 24,119 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

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

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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BT53 FMU is a 2003 Fiat Ulysse in Red with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 BT53 FMU, 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 BT53 FMU registered?

BT53 FMU is a 2003 Fiat Ulysse, first registered on 16 December 2003.

Is BT53 FMU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT53 FMU shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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