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FMW 769W

1980 Pilgrim Bulldog

Blue Petrol 1700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2009
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

98,365 mi
Last recorded98,365 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2008
Typical for 1980 Pilgrim Bulldog10,582 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFMW 769W
MakePilgrim
ModelBulldog
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,700cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2008 98,365 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2008 98,335 miles

Nearside Front Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 15 Aug 2007 97,802 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2007 97,802 miles

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

Nearside Front Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

Steering column shaft has excessive end float (2.1.3)

How Reliable is the Pilgrim Bulldog?

Based on 927 MOT tests across 115 vehicles.

77.6%
Pass Rate
247
Miles/Year
52
Year Lifespan
115
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake binding 37
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 24
Stop lamp not working 21
Steering rack gaiter split 20
Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement 18
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FMW 769W is a 1980 Pilgrim Bulldog in Blue with a 1,700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1980 Pilgrim Bulldog models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.9% with a typical mileage of 10,582 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 Bulldog fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 37 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FMW 769W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Pilgrim Bulldog typically stays on UK roads for around 52 years. At 46 years old, this Pilgrim Bulldog is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FMW 769W?

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What year was FMW 769W registered?

FMW 769W is a 1980 Pilgrim Bulldog, first registered on 6 November 1980.

Is FMW 769W safe to buy?

The MOT history for FMW 769W shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FMW 769W have outstanding finance?

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