Wolseley 6/110 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Wolseley 6/110 car check
Is the Wolseley 6/110 reliable? We analysed 800 real MOT tests across 107 vehicles to find out.
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The Wolseley 6/110 is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, brake binding and headlamp not working on dipped beam. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Wolseley 6/110.
Wolseley 6/110 — specs & performance
Verified from DVLA & DVSA recordsA snapshot of the engine, performance, dimensions, fuel economy and running costs for the Wolseley 6/110 — drawn from official DVLA vehicle records and the DVSA fuel-economy database.
Engine & Performance
- Engine size
- 2912cc
- Fuel type
- Petrol
Body & Dimensions
- Body type
- Car
- Common colour
- Black
- Wheel plan
- 2 Axle Rigid Body
Fuel Economy
Tax & Emissions
- Emission class
- Not Available
Wolseley 6/110 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Wolseley 6/110. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Wolseley 6/110 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Wolseley 6/110 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Wolseley 6/110 Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Wolseley 6/110 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Wolseley 6/110 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Wolseley 6/110 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Wolseley 6/110 MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Wolseley 6/110 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1968 | 75 | 78.7% | 4,926 | 54,903 | 65,610 |
| 1967 | 160 | 84.4% | 34,163 | 48,059 | 75,125 |
| 1966 | 177 | 83.1% | 56,361 | 73,181 | 83,496 |
| 1965 | 202 | 87.1% | 25,556 | 52,777 | 71,534 |
| 1964 | 106 | 85.8% | 45,318 | 72,984 | 84,052 |
How Long Does a Wolseley 6/110 Last?
Based on 107 Wolseley 6/110 vehicles on UK roads.
Wolseley 6/110 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Wolseley 6/110 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 6/110
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
87.1% MOT pass rate from 202 tests
78.7% MOT pass rate from 75 tests
The best year to buy a used Wolseley 6/110 is 1965, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 87.1% across 202 tests. The 1968 model year has the lowest pass rate at 78.7% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Wolseley 6/110 Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wolseley 6/110 THIS CAR | 84.5% | 800 | 63,805 mi | 62 yrs |
| Wolseley 1500 | 78.8% | 4,191 | 56,740 mi | 69 yrs |
| Wolseley Hornet | 80.5% | 3,769 | 49,820 mi | 94 yrs |
| Wolseley 16/60 | 81.7% | 2,206 | 51,238 mi | 63 yrs |
| Vauxhall Combo Life Edition S/s | 84.6% | 1,179 | 20,792 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Wolseley 1500 (78.8% pass rate) and the Wolseley Hornet (80.5% pass rate), the Wolseley 6/110 outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Wolseley 6/110Should you buy a used Wolseley 6/110?
The Wolseley 6/110 has an overall MOT pass rate of 84.5% across 800 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 6/110 are windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (26 recorded failures), brake binding (24), and headlamp not working on dipped beam (17). 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 6/110 owner drives around 325 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 6/110 models stay on UK roads for around 62 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.