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ML53 VLD

2003 Fiat Ulysse

Grey Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2011
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

47,132 mi
Last recorded47,132 miles
Recorded on13 May 2010
Typical for 2003 Fiat Ulysse77,328 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML53 VLD
MakeFiat
ModelUlysse
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 May 2010 47,132 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Oct 2009 45,948 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2009 45,948 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

rear wiper split . offside reartyre perrished

Pass 10 Dec 2008 39,793 miles

Front Brake master cylinder fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1e)

Fail 10 Dec 2008 39,793 miles

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Front Brake master cylinder fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1e)

Pass 11 Dec 2007 29,488 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 6 Dec 2006 24,270 miles

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

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

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

air bag light on

Pass 6 Dec 2006 24,270 miles

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

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

air bag light on

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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ML53 VLD is a 2003 Fiat Ulysse in Grey with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 ML53 VLD, 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 ML53 VLD registered?

ML53 VLD is a 2003 Fiat Ulysse, first registered on 12 December 2003.

Is ML53 VLD safe to buy?

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