Wolseley 16/60 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Wolseley 16/60 car check
Is the Wolseley 16/60 reliable? We analysed 2,206 real MOT tests across 281 vehicles to find out.
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The Wolseley 16/60 is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, brakes imbalanced across an axle and windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Wolseley 16/60.
Wolseley 16/60 — specs & performance
Verified from DVLA & DVSA recordsA snapshot of the engine, performance, dimensions, fuel economy and running costs for the Wolseley 16/60 — drawn from official DVLA vehicle records and the DVSA fuel-economy database.
Engine & Performance
- Engine size
- 1622cc
- Fuel type
- Petrol
Body & Dimensions
- Body type
- Car
- Common colour
- Grey
- Wheel plan
- 2 Axle Rigid Body
Fuel Economy
Tax & Emissions
- Emission class
- Not Available
Wolseley 16/60 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Wolseley 16/60. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Wolseley 16/60 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Wolseley 16/60 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Wolseley 16/60 Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Wolseley 16/60 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Wolseley 16/60 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Wolseley 16/60 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Wolseley 16/60 MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Wolseley 16/60 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1971 | 269 | 82.5% | 19,468 | 34,176 | 63,875 |
| 1970 | 384 | 83.9% | 41,103 | 56,404 | 70,973 |
| 1969 | 288 | 81.9% | 37,451 | 56,547 | 78,600 |
| 1968 | 210 | 86.2% | 40,786 | 56,252 | 79,165 |
| 1967 | 175 | 79.4% | 27,317 | 42,606 | 70,276 |
| 1966 | 228 | 80.7% | 32,758 | 51,248 | 72,139 |
| 1965 | 158 | 86.7% | 22,040 | 55,914 | 85,698 |
| 1964 | 257 | 77.4% | 25,783 | 42,190 | 67,203 |
| 1963 | 122 | 80.3% | 20,391 | 56,146 | 65,659 |
How Long Does a Wolseley 16/60 Last?
Based on 281 Wolseley 16/60 vehicles on UK roads.
Wolseley 16/60 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Wolseley 16/60 MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Wolseley 16/60
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
86.7% MOT pass rate from 158 tests
77.4% MOT pass rate from 257 tests
The best year to buy a used Wolseley 16/60 is 1965, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 86.7% across 158 tests. The 1964 model year has the lowest pass rate at 77.4% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Wolseley 16/60 Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wolseley 16/60 THIS CAR | 81.7% | 2,206 | 51,238 mi | 63 yrs |
| Wolseley 1500 | 78.8% | 4,191 | 56,740 mi | 69 yrs |
| Wolseley Hornet | 80.5% | 3,769 | 49,820 mi | 94 yrs |
| Wolseley 6/110 | 84.5% | 800 | 63,805 mi | 62 yrs |
| Mazda 2 GT Sport MHEV | 91.8% | 2,622 | 19,222 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Wolseley 1500 (78.8% pass rate) and the Wolseley Hornet (80.5% pass rate), the Wolseley 16/60 outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Wolseley 16/60Should you buy a used Wolseley 16/60?
The Wolseley 16/60 has an overall MOT pass rate of 81.7% across 2,206 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common problems on the Wolseley 16/60 are suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (70 recorded failures), brakes imbalanced across an axle (67), and windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (59). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Wolseley 16/60 owner drives around 406 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Wolseley 16/60 models stay on UK roads for around 63 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.