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SH53 UGX

2004 Fiat Ulysse

White Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2013
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

164,794 mi
Last recorded164,794 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2012
Typical for 2004 Fiat Ulysse83,084 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH53 UGX
MakeFiat
ModelUlysse
Year2004
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Fail 16 Jun 2012 164,794 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

o/s/f wiper slighly smears screen

Pass 16 Jun 2012 164,794 miles

o/s/f wiper slighly smears screen

Fail 6 Jun 2012 164,700 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 26 May 2011 162,505 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 160,901 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 149,991 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2009 149,931 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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

Pass 21 Aug 2008 146,115 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2007 113,693 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2007 93,005 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2007 93,005 miles

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

Pass 1 Apr 2006 88,502 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2006 88,502 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (3.3.A.1b)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm insecure (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

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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SH53 UGX is a 2004 Fiat Ulysse in White with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

Across all 2004 Fiat Ulysse models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.2% with a typical mileage of 83,084 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 SH53 UGX, 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 22 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 SH53 UGX?

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What year was SH53 UGX registered?

SH53 UGX is a 2004 Fiat Ulysse, first registered on 16 February 2004.

Is SH53 UGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for SH53 UGX shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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