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R140 GHW

1998 Fiat Ulysse

Red Diesel 1905cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Dec 2016
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

108,844 mi
Last recorded108,844 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2015
Typical for 1998 Fiat Ulysse106,172 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR140 GHW
MakeFiat
ModelUlysse
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,905cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2015 108,844 miles

nearside mirror glass cracked

offside mirror glass cracked

Fail 8 Dec 2015 108,844 miles

Brake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

nearside mirror glass cracked

offside mirror glass cracked

Pass 2 Dec 2014 100,963 miles

Oil leak

both mirror glases damaged.

o/s/r light lens damaged

Fail 1 Dec 2014 100,963 miles

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

Oil leak

both mirror glases damaged.

o/s/r light lens damaged

Pass 2 Dec 2013 93,886 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 3 Dec 2012 86,013 miles

Brake load sensing valve stiff (3.6.E.3)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

front tyres worn on outer edge

front wipers smearing screen slightly

Fail 3 Dec 2012 86,013 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Brake load sensing valve stiff (3.6.E.3)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

front tyres worn on outer edge

front wipers smearing screen slightly

Pass 2 Dec 2011 78,675 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

offside rear light lenze cracked

Oil leak

Fail 2 Dec 2011 78,675 miles

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

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

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

Brake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

offside rear light lenze cracked

Oil leak

Pass 8 Dec 2010 70,310 miles

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

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Oil leak

nearside door mirror glass cracked

Fail 3 Dec 2010 71,108 miles

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

Nearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Oil leak

nearside door mirror glass cracked

Pass 30 Nov 2009 63,147 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

o/s/f tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 19 Dec 2008 55,974 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2008 55,966 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 12 Dec 2007 47,370 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2006 41,665 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2005 37,785 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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R140 GHW is a 1998 Fiat Ulysse in Red with a 1,905cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

Across all 1998 Fiat Ulysse models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.8% with a typical mileage of 106,172 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 R140 GHW, 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 28 years old, this Fiat Ulysse is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R140 GHW registered?

R140 GHW is a 1998 Fiat Ulysse, first registered on 29 January 1998.

Is R140 GHW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R140 GHW shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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