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B517 UWW

1985 Leyland Olympian

Yellow Diesel 10500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2016
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

42,478 mi
Last recorded42,478 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2015
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB517 UWW
MakeLeyland
ModelOlympian
Year1985
ColourYellow
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine10,500cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 16 Apr 2015 42,478 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

chassis and frame corroded

front and rear suspension corroded

How Reliable is the Leyland Olympian?

Based on 507 MOT tests across 116 vehicles.

80.9%
Pass Rate
1,165
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
116
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Service brake: efficiency below requirements 14
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 10
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 7
Braking system leaking 6
Transmission brake efficiency below requirements 5
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B517 UWW is a 1985 Leyland Olympian in Yellow with a 10,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a Leyland Olympian fails its MOT is service brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 14 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B517 UWW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Leyland Olympian typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 41 years old, this Leyland Olympian is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B517 UWW registered?

B517 UWW is a 1985 Leyland Olympian, first registered on 1 March 1985.

Is B517 UWW safe to buy?

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