CarVerify

Free Car Check

MT02 TAU

2002 Fiat Ulysse

Blue Diesel 1997cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2018
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

169,426 mi
Last recorded169,426 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2017
Typical for 2002 Fiat Ulysse86,300 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Fiat
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT02 TAU
MakeFiat
ModelUlysse
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2017 169,426 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2016 162,940 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2016 162,934 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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 22 Sep 2015 154,703 miles

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

Nearside Rear knocking noise from shock absorber

Offside Front brake disc modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

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

Fail 16 Sep 2015 154,703 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

Nearside Rear knocking noise from shock absorber

Offside Front brake disc modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

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

Pass 23 Sep 2014 148,555 miles

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

Fail 4 Oct 2013 141,245 miles

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

Nearside Inner Electrical wiring insecure (1.9.2a)

Pass 4 Oct 2013 141,245 miles

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

Pass 26 Sep 2012 134,496 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2011 128,100 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2010 121,370 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2009 114,166 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2008 108,218 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2008 108,218 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Fail 18 Dec 2007 108,214 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

O/S/F engine mount failed

Pass 15 May 2007 94,139 miles
Pass 10 May 2006 76,245 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
Full Fiat Ulysse reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

MT02 TAU is a 2002 Fiat Ulysse in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

Across all 2002 Fiat Ulysse models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.0% with a typical mileage of 86,300 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 MT02 TAU, 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 24 years old, this Fiat Ulysse is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of MT02 TAU?

You can check the full history of MT02 TAU by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was MT02 TAU registered?

MT02 TAU is a 2002 Fiat Ulysse, first registered on 30 May 2002.

Is MT02 TAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for MT02 TAU shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MT02 TAU have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on MT02 TAU. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.