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BU08 NZO

2008 Fiat Ulysse

Silver Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Mar 2027
Tests24 (16 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

154,713 mi
Last recorded154,713 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU08 NZO
MakeFiat
ModelUlysse
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

16 pass 8 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2026 154,713 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Fail 24 Feb 2026 154,706 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 20 Mar 2025 147,040 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Feb 2024 138,934 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 20 Mar 2023 131,206 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2023 131,206 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Mar 2022 121,923 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2021 114,688 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 30 Apr 2021 114,688 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 15 May 2020 111,228 miles
Pass 20 May 2019 104,294 miles
Fail 17 May 2019 104,294 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 May 2018 95,201 miles
Fail 14 May 2018 95,201 miles

Central Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 May 2017 86,151 miles

drivers seatbelt worn

Pass 17 May 2016 78,517 miles

Front Lower Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edgewear (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 May 2015 68,909 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 19 May 2015 68,908 miles

Offside Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 12 May 2014 61,307 miles

advise : fuel tank appears damp in places but no visisble leaks

Fail 7 May 2014 61,307 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

advise : fuel tank appears damp in places but no visisble leaks

Pass 7 May 2013 49,788 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 14 May 2012 40,013 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 13 May 2011 26,933 miles
Fail 13 May 2011 26,933 miles

Nearside Front Headlamps matched pair are incorrectly positioned (1.7.3)

Offside Front Headlamps matched pair are incorrectly positioned (1.7.3)

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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BU08 NZO is a 2008 Fiat Ulysse in Silver with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 BU08 NZO, 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 18 years old, this Fiat Ulysse is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BU08 NZO registered?

BU08 NZO is a 2008 Fiat Ulysse, first registered on 15 July 2008.

Is BU08 NZO safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU08 NZO shows 24 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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