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RA53 DXR

2003 Fiat Ulysse

Green Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2018
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

118,043 mi
Last recorded118,043 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2017
Typical for 2003 Fiat Ulysse77,328 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA53 DXR
MakeFiat
ModelUlysse
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2017 118,043 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt offside (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Apr 2015 114,332 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Apr 2014 108,024 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2014 108,024 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 1 Aug 2013 103,242 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 12 Oct 2012 102,710 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Spare tyre defective

air bag light on

o/s/r tyre cracking

Pass 12 Oct 2012 102,710 miles

Spare tyre defective

air bag light on

o/s/r tyre cracking

Pass 14 Jan 2009 99,191 miles

child seats in all rear forward facing seat unable to check seat belts correctly

wiper blades split on ends of both blades

Fail 6 Jan 2009 99,117 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.4)

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

child seats in all rear forward facing seat unable to check seat belts correctly

wiper blades split on ends of both blades

Pass 4 Jan 2008 87,606 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2006 73,260 miles

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

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

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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RA53 DXR is a 2003 Fiat Ulysse in Green with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2003 Fiat Ulysse models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.0% with a typical mileage of 77,328 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 RA53 DXR, 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 23 years old, this Fiat Ulysse is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RA53 DXR?

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What year was RA53 DXR registered?

RA53 DXR is a 2003 Fiat Ulysse, first registered on 26 November 2003.

Is RA53 DXR safe to buy?

The MOT history for RA53 DXR shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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