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GV53 LCU

2003 Fiat Ulysse

Blue Diesel 2179cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

109,773 mi
Last recorded109,773 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2013
Typical for 2003 Fiat Ulysse77,328 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV53 LCU
MakeFiat
ModelUlysse
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,179cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2013 109,773 miles

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

Pass 7 Nov 2012 102,458 miles

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Pass 2 Nov 2011 94,829 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 28 Oct 2011 94,658 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 27 Oct 2010 85,603 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 22 Oct 2010 85,549 miles

Offside Rear Brake cable has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 23 Oct 2009 74,811 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

O/S Rear most seat missing unable to test seat belt.

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 23 Oct 2009 74,811 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

O/S Rear most seat missing unable to test seat belt.

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 23 Oct 2008 64,409 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2007 54,309 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2006 41,546 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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GV53 LCU is a 2003 Fiat Ulysse in Blue with a 2,179cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 GV53 LCU, 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 GV53 LCU registered?

GV53 LCU is a 2003 Fiat Ulysse, first registered on 13 November 2003.

Is GV53 LCU safe to buy?

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