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C799 PPF

1985 Pilgrim Sumo

Blue Petrol 3500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2014
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

6,812 mi
Last recorded6,812 miles
Recorded on21 May 2013
Typical for 1985 Pilgrim Sumo5,677 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC799 PPF
MakePilgrim
ModelSumo
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,500cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 21 May 2013 6,812 miles
Fail 14 May 2013 6,810 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 23 Apr 2012 6,774 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 6,738 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2011 6,738 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 27 Apr 2010 6,651 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2010 6,650 miles

All position lamps adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 Apr 2009 6,555 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2008 6,295 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2008 6,295 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Pass 16 Apr 2007 5,984 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2007 5,983 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 7 Apr 2006 5,677 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2006 5,677 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.6.C2)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.6.C2)

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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C799 PPF is a 1985 Pilgrim Sumo in Blue with a 3,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1985 Pilgrim Sumo models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.6% with a typical mileage of 5,677 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 C799 PPF, 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 41 years old, this Pilgrim Sumo is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was C799 PPF registered?

C799 PPF is a 1985 Pilgrim Sumo, first registered on 31 December 1985.

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