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FY53 ZKW

2003 Fiat Ulysse

Blue Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2015
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

52,447 mi
Last recorded52,447 miles
Recorded on23 May 2014
Typical for 2003 Fiat Ulysse77,328 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY53 ZKW
MakeFiat
ModelUlysse
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 May 2014 52,447 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2012 49,584 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 20 Mar 2012 49,584 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2010 49,259 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2010 49,259 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Centre Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)

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

Offside Front Wheel bolt(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 11 Dec 2008 43,863 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 10 Dec 2008 43,863 miles

Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 30 Nov 2007 37,767 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2007 37,694 miles

Front registration plate not displaying a BSAU 145d marking (6.3.3b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear registration plate not displaying a BSAU 145d marking (6.3.3b)

Pass 11 Oct 2006 29,874 miles

front brake discs corroded on inner faces

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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FY53 ZKW is a 2003 Fiat Ulysse in Blue with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FY53 ZKW, 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 FY53 ZKW registered?

FY53 ZKW is a 2003 Fiat Ulysse, first registered on 17 November 2003.

Is FY53 ZKW safe to buy?

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