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R872 JVK

1997 Fiat Ulysse

Red Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2012
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

70,486 mi
Last recorded70,486 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2011
Typical for 1997 Fiat Ulysse112,286 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR872 JVK
MakeFiat
ModelUlysse
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2011 70,486 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2011 70,486 miles

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

front discs corroded and pads low

o/s rear brake pipes corroded

Pass 1 Oct 2010 70,335 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2010 70,335 miles

Offside Front Seat belt stitching badly frayed (5.2.2b)

exhaust corroded.

front disks corroded.

front sub frame corroded.

rear springs corroded.

Pass 10 Oct 2009 69,723 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 11 Oct 2008 69,649 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 10 Oct 2007 69,374 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2006 68,781 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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R872 JVK is a 1997 Fiat Ulysse in Red with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 R872 JVK, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R872 JVK?

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What year was R872 JVK registered?

R872 JVK is a 1997 Fiat Ulysse, first registered on 6 October 1997.

Is R872 JVK safe to buy?

The MOT history for R872 JVK shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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