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C8 SNK

1989 Pilgrim Sumo

Blue Petrol 5752cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2025
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

37,723 mi
Last recorded37,723 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2024
Typical for 1989 Pilgrim Sumo7,526 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC8 SNK
MakePilgrim
ModelSumo
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,752cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2024 37,723 miles
Fail 3 May 2023 37,712 miles

Steering rack likely to become detached front cross member cracked (2.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Oct 2021 36,314 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2020 35,571 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2019 34,455 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2018 33,655 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Aug 2017 29,342 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2016 23,968 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 17,870 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 5 Aug 2014 13,996 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2013 10,455 miles

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

Fail 22 Jul 2013 10,432 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Pass 1 Aug 2012 9,020 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2011 7,900 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2010 3,857 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2009 1,987 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 22 May 2008

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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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C8 SNK is a 1989 Pilgrim Sumo in Blue with a 5,752cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 C8 SNK, 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 C8 SNK registered?

C8 SNK is a 1989 Pilgrim Sumo, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is C8 SNK safe to buy?

The MOT history for C8 SNK shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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