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S521 UAR

1998 Fiat Ulysse

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2012
Tests12 (6 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

159,205 mi
Last recorded159,205 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2011
Typical for 1998 Fiat Ulysse106,172 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS521 UAR
MakeFiat
ModelUlysse
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

6 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2011 159,205 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2011 159,205 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Pass 22 Sep 2010 151,547 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2010 151,547 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 15 Oct 2009 142,043 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 15 Oct 2009 142,043 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2008 128,707 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Fail 14 Oct 2008 128,707 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

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

Offside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Pass 14 Oct 2007 112,829 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2007 112,829 miles

Nearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Pass 9 Oct 2006 98,197 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2006 98,197 miles

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Exhaust has a major 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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S521 UAR is a 1998 Fiat Ulysse in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1998 Fiat Ulysse models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.8% with a typical mileage of 106,172 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 S521 UAR, 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 28 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 S521 UAR?

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What year was S521 UAR registered?

S521 UAR is a 1998 Fiat Ulysse, first registered on 29 September 1998.

Is S521 UAR safe to buy?

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