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KU53 VZZ

2003 Fiat Ulysse

Red Diesel 2179cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2012
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

149,373 mi
Last recorded149,373 miles
Recorded on25 May 2011
Typical for 2003 Fiat Ulysse77,328 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU53 VZZ
MakeFiat
ModelUlysse
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,179cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Fail 25 May 2011 149,373 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

o/s/r brake caliper covered in easying oil

Pass 25 May 2011 149,373 miles

o/s/r brake caliper covered in easying oil

Pass 27 May 2010 135,181 miles

lower effort recorded on offside parking brake

offside rear brake pipes slightly corroded

slight play in front anti-roll bar link arms

Fail 26 May 2010 135,181 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

lower effort recorded on offside parking brake

offside rear brake pipes slightly corroded

slight play in front anti-roll bar link arms

Pass 23 Jun 2009 119,956 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2009 119,628 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 20 Jun 2008 103,842 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2008 103,804 miles

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Pass 6 Sep 2006 63,722 miles

number plates fading

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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KU53 VZZ is a 2003 Fiat Ulysse in Red with a 2,179cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 KU53 VZZ, 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 KU53 VZZ registered?

KU53 VZZ is a 2003 Fiat Ulysse, first registered on 6 September 2003.

Is KU53 VZZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU53 VZZ shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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