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R303 JWS

1998 Fiat Ulysse

Grey Diesel 1905cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

145,624 mi
Last recorded145,624 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2014
Typical for 1998 Fiat Ulysse106,172 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR303 JWS
MakeFiat
ModelUlysse
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,905cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2014 145,624 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 7 Sep 2013 141,429 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2012 137,939 miles

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

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

nearside brake percentages low

offside rear wheel bearing has a slight noise

Pass 7 Sep 2011 131,993 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2010 125,485 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2009 116,078 miles

Front indicators losing colour

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside rear tyre wearing outer edge

Offside front brake flexi hose perished

Pass 8 Sep 2009 116,078 miles

Front indicators losing colour

Nearside rear tyre wearing outer edge

Offside front brake flexi hose perished

Pass 3 Jul 2008 112,301 miles

the n/s/door mirror glass is damaged

wipers are smeary

Pass 29 Jun 2007 108,893 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2007 108,893 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 22 Jun 2006 103,038 miles

Nearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 21 Jun 2006 103,038 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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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R303 JWS is a 1998 Fiat Ulysse in Grey with a 1,905cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 R303 JWS, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R303 JWS registered?

R303 JWS is a 1998 Fiat Ulysse, first registered on 28 May 1998.

Is R303 JWS safe to buy?

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