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R440 XDB

1997 Fiat Ulysse

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2012
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

120,550 mi
Last recorded120,550 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2011
Typical for 1997 Fiat Ulysse112,286 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR440 XDB
MakeFiat
ModelUlysse
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2011 120,550 miles

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

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

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

nearside wiper split

Fail 13 Sep 2011 120,418 miles

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

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

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

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

nearside wiper split

Pass 6 Oct 2010 114,530 miles

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

oil cap missing

Pass 10 Sep 2009 107,822 miles

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

nearside front tyre signs of wear

nearside rear tyre signs of wear

Pass 7 Oct 2008 101,994 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2007 97,108 miles

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

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

Oil leak

offside rear sidelight

Pass 10 Oct 2006 89,031 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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R440 XDB is a 1997 Fiat Ulysse in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 R440 XDB, 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 R440 XDB registered?

R440 XDB is a 1997 Fiat Ulysse, first registered on 17 September 1997.

Is R440 XDB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R440 XDB shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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