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FGP 144J

1971 Wolseley 16/60

Red Petrol 1622cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Apr 2027
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

27,327 mi
Last recorded27,327 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2026
Typical for 1971 Wolseley 16/6034,176 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFGP 144J
MakeWolseley
Model16/60
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,622cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 31 Mar 2026 27,327 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2025 24,680 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2024 24,656 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2023 24,610 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2021 24,222 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2018 23,263 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 22,699 miles

Nearside Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Inner Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 3 Jun 2016 21,845 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 20,907 miles
Pass 31 May 2014 19,704 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 19,075 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 18,342 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 16,901 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 18 May 2010 14,405 miles
Pass 19 May 2009 12,506 miles
Pass 13 May 2008 10,672 miles
Pass 17 May 2007 9,207 miles
Pass 18 May 2006 7,749 miles

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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FGP 144J is a 1971 Wolseley 16/60 in Red with a 1,622cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1971 Wolseley 16/60 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.5% with a typical mileage of 34,176 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 FGP 144J, 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 55 years old, this Wolseley 16/60 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FGP 144J registered?

FGP 144J is a 1971 Wolseley 16/60, first registered on 1 January 1971.

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