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FBY 253J

1970 Wolseley 16/60

Red Petrol 1622cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2009
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

98,443 mi
Last recorded98,443 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2008
Typical for 1970 Wolseley 16/6056,404 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFBY 253J
MakeWolseley
Model16/60
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,622cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 28 Jun 2008 98,443 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2008 98,443 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2006 6,357 miles

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

How Reliable is the Wolseley 16/60?

Based on 2,206 MOT tests across 281 vehicles.

81.7%
Pass Rate
406
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
281
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 70
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 67
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 59
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 55
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 52
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FBY 253J is a 1970 Wolseley 16/60 in Red with a 1,622cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1970 Wolseley 16/60 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.9% with a typical mileage of 56,404 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Wolseley 16/60 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 70 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FBY 253J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Wolseley 16/60 typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 56 years old, this Wolseley 16/60 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FBY 253J registered?

FBY 253J is a 1970 Wolseley 16/60, first registered on 23 November 1970.

Is FBY 253J safe to buy?

The MOT history for FBY 253J shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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