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MW53 GFY

2003 Fiat Ulysse

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

170,099 mi
Last recorded170,099 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2018
Typical for 2003 Fiat Ulysse77,328 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMW53 GFY
MakeFiat
ModelUlysse
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2018 170,099 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Coil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel inner tie rods. both sides (2.3 (a) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Aug 2017 166,354 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2016 156,365 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2016 156,365 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 31 Jul 2015 151,958 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2014 146,593 miles

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

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)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 21 Sep 2013 140,274 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2012 132,604 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2011 124,716 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2010 117,066 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2009 108,728 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2009 108,728 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 13 Sep 2008 100,156 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2007 90,947 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2006 81,508 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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MW53 GFY is a 2003 Fiat Ulysse in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 MW53 GFY, 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 MW53 GFY registered?

MW53 GFY is a 2003 Fiat Ulysse, first registered on 5 December 2003.

Is MW53 GFY safe to buy?

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