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BDF 260C

1965 Wolseley Hornet

White Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2019
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

37,292 mi
Last recorded37,292 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2018
Typical for 1965 Wolseley Hornet40,871 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBDF 260C
MakeWolseley
ModelHornet
Year1965
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2018 37,292 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2016 37,254 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 37,221 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 37,202 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 37,156 miles

Offside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 Jun 2012 37,088 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 37,050 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2010 36,961 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

o/s rear brake operating slightly slower than n/s

Pass 3 Jul 2009 36,785 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 2 Jul 2008 36,719 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2007 36,457 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2007 36,437 miles

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Pass 17 Jun 2006 36,027 miles

How Reliable is the Wolseley Hornet?

Based on 3,769 MOT tests across 562 vehicles.

80.5%
Pass Rate
243
Miles/Year
94
Year Lifespan
562
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 171
brake recording little or no effort 122
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 112
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 108
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 106
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BDF 260C is a 1965 Wolseley Hornet in White with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1965 Wolseley Hornet models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.9% with a typical mileage of 40,871 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Wolseley Hornet fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 171 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BDF 260C, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Wolseley Hornet typically stays on UK roads for around 94 years. At 61 years old, this Wolseley Hornet is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BDF 260C?

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What year was BDF 260C registered?

BDF 260C is a 1965 Wolseley Hornet, first registered on 17 November 1965.

Is BDF 260C safe to buy?

The MOT history for BDF 260C shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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