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R302 GEC

1997 Fiat Ulysse

Blue Diesel 1905cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2012
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

193,799 mi
Last recorded193,799 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2011
Typical for 1997 Fiat Ulysse112,286 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR302 GEC
MakeFiat
ModelUlysse
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,905cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2011 193,799 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2010 180,523 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2010 180,523 miles

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

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

Offside Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 30 Jul 2009 162,947 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2009 162,947 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

o/s 2nd rear sidelight not working

Pass 11 Aug 2008 148,045 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2008 148,045 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 16 Aug 2007 136,796 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2007 136,786 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 25 Jul 2006 106,912 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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R302 GEC is a 1997 Fiat Ulysse in Blue with a 1,905cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R302 GEC, 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 R302 GEC registered?

R302 GEC is a 1997 Fiat Ulysse, first registered on 29 August 1997.

Is R302 GEC safe to buy?

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