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A15 UMO

1989 Pilgrim Sumo

Red Petrol 2933cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

11,944 mi
Last recorded11,944 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2025
Typical for 1989 Pilgrim Sumo7,526 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA15 UMO
MakePilgrim
ModelSumo
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,933cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2025 11,944 miles
Pass 14 May 2024 11,796 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Apr 2023 11,523 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2022 10,728 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2021 10,716 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2020 10,342 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2019 8,109 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Feb 2018 5,609 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2017 2,332 miles

engine sump damaged

Pass 13 Aug 2015 2,254 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2014 2,070 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 1,303 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2013 1,301 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

all tyres fouling bodywork slightly on inner sidewalls.

engine sump damaged, not leaking.

offside side window missing.

screw in offside rear tyre.

Pass 26 Jun 2010 11,463 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2007 836 miles

How Reliable is the Pilgrim Sumo?

Based on 2,796 MOT tests across 295 vehicles.

85.0%
Pass Rate
319
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
295
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 38
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 33
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 23
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 23
brake binding 22
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A15 UMO is a 1989 Pilgrim Sumo in Red with a 2,933cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1989 Pilgrim Sumo models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.6% with a typical mileage of 7,526 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Pilgrim Sumo fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 38 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A15 UMO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Pilgrim Sumo typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 37 years old, this Pilgrim Sumo is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was A15 UMO registered?

A15 UMO is a 1989 Pilgrim Sumo, first registered on 31 December 1989.

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