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EX53 VZA

2003 Fiat Ulysse

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2017
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

132,423 mi
Last recorded132,423 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2016
Typical for 2003 Fiat Ulysse77,328 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX53 VZA
MakeFiat
ModelUlysse
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2016 132,423 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded front and rear (3.6.B.2c)

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

Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front and rear (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Apr 2015 128,335 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 108,322 miles

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

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

nearside front tyre wearing on outter edge

nearside rear tyre worn on outter edge

offside front steering rack arm has slight play

offside front tyre is wearing on inner edge

offside rear tyre is and cracked and perished and worn uneven

slight engine oil leak

Pass 1 May 2013 89,564 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2012 86,560 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2010 80,153 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2010 80,153 miles

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

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

Pass 7 May 2009 72,054 miles

Front Wipers Smearing

Nearside Front Suspension arm slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

Pass 3 Apr 2008 63,906 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2007 57,810 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2006 50,329 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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EX53 VZA is a 2003 Fiat Ulysse in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 EX53 VZA, 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 EX53 VZA registered?

EX53 VZA is a 2003 Fiat Ulysse, first registered on 20 September 2003.

Is EX53 VZA safe to buy?

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