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P543 BFX

1997 Fiat Ulysse

Grey Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2010
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

94,830 mi
Last recorded94,830 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2009
Typical for 1997 Fiat Ulysse112,286 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP543 BFX
MakeFiat
ModelUlysse
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2009 94,830 miles

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

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Oil leak

Spare tyre defective

offside obligitory mirror slightly deteriorated

offside steering rack arm ( track rod ) has slight play

rear number plate slightly deteriorated but still legible

Pass 9 Oct 2008 89,856 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Oil leak

Spare tyre defective

rear number plate slightly deteriorated but still legible

slight play detected in steering rack, offside

Pass 30 Oct 2007 84,779 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2007 84,770 miles

Bonnet retaining device ineffective (8.4.2)

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)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Oct 2006 77,207 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2006 77,207 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Centre Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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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P543 BFX is a 1997 Fiat Ulysse in Grey with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1997 Fiat Ulysse models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.1% with a typical mileage of 112,286 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 P543 BFX, 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 29 years old, this Fiat Ulysse is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P543 BFX registered?

P543 BFX is a 1997 Fiat Ulysse, first registered on 13 May 1997.

Is P543 BFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for P543 BFX shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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