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EDE 34C

1979 Pilgrim Sumo

Blue Petrol 2293cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2019
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

13,897 mi
Last recorded13,897 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2018
Typical for 1979 Pilgrim Sumo8,556 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEDE 34C
MakePilgrim
ModelSumo
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,293cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2018 13,897 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2017 13,689 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2017 13,688 miles

Fuel system component leaking fuel pump (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Pass 4 Jun 2015 11,486 miles
Fail 28 May 2015 11,486 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Torque/reaction arm has a deteriorated rubber bush resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Torque/reaction arm has a deteriorated rubber bush resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 19 Jun 2014
Pass 28 May 2013 73,498 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2010 6,159 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2010 6,159 miles

Centre Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1)

Steering locking device insecure (2.2.C.1g)

Pass 5 Aug 2009
Fail 28 Jul 2009

Rear Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)

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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EDE 34C is a 1979 Pilgrim Sumo in Blue with a 2,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 1979 Pilgrim Sumo models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.8% with a typical mileage of 8,556 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 EDE 34C, 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 47 years old, this Pilgrim Sumo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was EDE 34C registered?

EDE 34C is a 1979 Pilgrim Sumo, first registered on 1 February 1979.

Is EDE 34C safe to buy?

The MOT history for EDE 34C shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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