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P997 NWU

1996 Fiat Ulysse

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

153,906 mi
Last recorded153,906 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2014
Typical for 1996 Fiat Ulysse119,951 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP997 NWU
MakeFiat
ModelUlysse
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2014 153,906 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 15 Jan 2014 153,894 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 11 Jan 2013 146,590 miles

Gearbox mounting defective

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Oil leak

Pass 13 Feb 2012 139,053 miles

bottom engine mounting rubber perished

Pass 24 Feb 2011 131,808 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Pass 8 Jan 2010 125,413 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2009 118,363 miles

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

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 28 Jan 2008 111,050 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2007 101,585 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2006 94,629 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2006 94,629 miles

Offside Front Upper Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Upper Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

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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P997 NWU is a 1996 Fiat Ulysse in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1996 Fiat Ulysse models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.3% with a typical mileage of 119,951 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 P997 NWU, 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 30 years old, this Fiat Ulysse is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of P997 NWU?

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What year was P997 NWU registered?

P997 NWU is a 1996 Fiat Ulysse, first registered on 11 October 1996.

Is P997 NWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for P997 NWU shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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