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E642 BKM

2003 Pilgrim Sumo

Red Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Aug 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

28,176 mi
Last recorded28,176 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Pilgrim Sumo7,647 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE642 BKM
MakePilgrim
ModelSumo
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2025 28,176 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2025 28,176 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Jul 2024 27,729 miles

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

Pass 3 Aug 2023 27,247 miles

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

Fail 3 Aug 2023 27,247 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 26 Jul 2022 26,912 miles

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

Fail 13 Jul 2022 26,903 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 1 Jun 2021 26,831 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2019 25,987 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 May 2018 25,194 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 23,961 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2016 22,695 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2014 22,644 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2013 21,539 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 19,749 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2011 18,176 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2010 15,770 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2009 13,001 miles

Nearside Front suspension has a suspension lower ball joint securing nut not locked (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has a suspension lower ball joint securing nut not locked (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 21 Jul 2009 13,001 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2008 11,154 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2007 8,722 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2006 6,583 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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E642 BKM is a 2003 Pilgrim Sumo in Red with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2003 Pilgrim Sumo models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.3% with a typical mileage of 7,647 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 E642 BKM, 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 23 years old, this Pilgrim Sumo is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was E642 BKM registered?

E642 BKM is a 2003 Pilgrim Sumo, first registered on 14 August 2003.

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