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RV53 MVN

2003 Fiat Ulysse

Red Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

128,939 mi
Last recorded128,939 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2016
Typical for 2003 Fiat Ulysse77,328 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV53 MVN
MakeFiat
ModelUlysse
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2016 128,939 miles

Offside Front Oil leak under the engine ()

Fail 24 Sep 2016 128,935 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively not spearing water (8.2.2)

Offside Front Headlamp insecure bulb (1.7.3)

Offside Front Oil leak under the engine ()

Pass 25 Sep 2015 118,185 miles

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear tyre worn on edges

oil leak

Pass 12 Sep 2014 107,909 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2014 107,908 miles

Brake pedal creeps with the vacuum fully depleted (3.3.C.2)

Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 24 Sep 2013 100,619 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2013 100,618 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen slightly scratched

Pass 21 Sep 2012 92,675 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2011 84,331 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 78,901 miles

wiper blads

Pass 27 Aug 2009 69,494 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2009 69,494 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

handbrake cable rusty

Pass 29 Aug 2008 59,797 miles

both no. plates in poor condition

Pass 29 Aug 2007 50,664 miles

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

damage front and rear n/o/plates damage n/s/front tyre

Pass 31 Aug 2006 40,147 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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RV53 MVN is a 2003 Fiat Ulysse in Red with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 RV53 MVN, 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

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What year was RV53 MVN registered?

RV53 MVN is a 2003 Fiat Ulysse, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is RV53 MVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV53 MVN shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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