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HG53 UOB

2003 Fiat Ulysse

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2014
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

133,678 mi
Last recorded133,678 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2013
Typical for 2003 Fiat Ulysse77,328 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG53 UOB
MakeFiat
ModelUlysse
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Mar 2013 133,678 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

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

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 8 Mar 2013 133,678 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

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

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

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

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Mar 2012 119,758 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

nearside wiper blade split at ends, clearing screen

Fail 27 Mar 2012 119,747 miles

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

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

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

nearside wiper blade split at ends, clearing screen

offside front brake binding slightly

Pass 29 Mar 2011 106,683 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2011 106,683 miles

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

both rear tyres worn on outer edge.and low on tread.

front brake pads low.

rear brake disc,s corroded.

wear in off side bottom ball joint.

Pass 26 Mar 2010 91,795 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 70,816 miles

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

Pass 8 Feb 2008 56,404 miles

front brake pads near limit.

rear brake pads worn to limit.

Pass 11 Jan 2007 38,387 miles

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

off side windscreen wiper blade starting to split

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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HG53 UOB is a 2003 Fiat Ulysse in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 HG53 UOB, 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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HG53 UOB is a 2003 Fiat Ulysse, first registered on 19 December 2003.

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