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PL52 CVB

2003 Fiat Ulysse

Green Diesel 2179cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Mar 2022
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

78,185 mi
Last recorded78,185 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2022
Typical for 2003 Fiat Ulysse77,328 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL52 CVB
MakeFiat
ModelUlysse
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,179cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Fail 9 Jun 2022 78,185 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system front to rear pipe (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 13 Mar 2021 77,158 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Fail 9 Mar 2021 77,156 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Nearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Offside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

engine malfunction light on

Pass 23 Jul 2019 76,962 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both NS and OS (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both NS and OS (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 18 Jul 2019 76,961 miles

Central Front Brake pipe excessively corroded marked with chalk (1.1.11 (c))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both NS and OS (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both NS and OS (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Jun 2018 74,826 miles

Parking brake efficiency only just passed (16%)

under trays fitted

Fail 29 May 2018 74,815 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Parking brake efficiency only just passed (16%)

under trays fitted

Pass 23 Jan 2017 60,299 miles

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

Pass 21 Jan 2016 45,727 miles

Rear exhaust section is corroded but not seriously weakened

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 7 Jan 2015 41,263 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2014 38,274 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2014 38,274 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 25 Jan 2013 35,882 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2012 33,000 miles

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

Pass 3 Feb 2011 29,897 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2011 29,897 miles

Nearside front brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 18 Jan 2010 27,834 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2009 24,777 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2008 23,118 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2007 20,370 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2006 18,030 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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PL52 CVB is a 2003 Fiat Ulysse in Green with a 2,179cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 PL52 CVB, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PL52 CVB registered?

PL52 CVB is a 2003 Fiat Ulysse, first registered on 31 January 2003.

Is PL52 CVB safe to buy?

The MOT history for PL52 CVB shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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