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508 EKC

1959 Wolseley 1500

Grey Petrol 1489cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2024
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

80,882 mi
Last recorded80,882 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2023
Typical for 1959 Wolseley 150069,728 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration508 EKC
MakeWolseley
Model1500
Year1959
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,489cc
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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 10 Jul 2023 80,882 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2022 80,826 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2019 80,814 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2014 80,660 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 80,655 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2012 80,600 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 80,599 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2010 80,510 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2009 80,421 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2007 80,359 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2006 80,142 miles

How Reliable is the Wolseley 1500?

Based on 4,191 MOT tests across 645 vehicles.

78.8%
Pass Rate
360
Miles/Year
69
Year Lifespan
645
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 275
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 178
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 147
brake binding 143
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 119
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508 EKC is a 1959 Wolseley 1500 in Grey with a 1,489cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1959 Wolseley 1500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 69,728 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Wolseley 1500 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 275 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 508 EKC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Wolseley 1500 typically stays on UK roads for around 69 years. At 67 years old, this Wolseley 1500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 508 EKC?

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What year was 508 EKC registered?

508 EKC is a 1959 Wolseley 1500, first registered on 10 November 1959.

Is 508 EKC safe to buy?

The MOT history for 508 EKC shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 508 EKC have outstanding finance?

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