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R423 XKL

1997 Fiat Ulysse

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2020
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

166,108 mi
Last recorded166,108 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2019
Typical for 1997 Fiat Ulysse112,286 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR423 XKL
MakeFiat
ModelUlysse
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2019 166,108 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2018 149,659 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2017 133,810 miles

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

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 11 Oct 2016 117,414 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2016 117,406 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Oct 2015 104,629 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Oct 2014 88,844 miles

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

Pass 1 Nov 2013 81,159 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2012 74,435 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 22 Dec 2012 74,435 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2011 65,981 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 5 Nov 2011 65,981 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 30 Oct 2010 59,143 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2009 53,446 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2007 41,540 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2006 34,191 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2005 27,730 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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R423 XKL is a 1997 Fiat Ulysse in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 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 R423 XKL, 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 R423 XKL registered?

R423 XKL is a 1997 Fiat Ulysse, first registered on 10 November 1997.

Is R423 XKL safe to buy?

The MOT history for R423 XKL shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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