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FTE 825B

1964 Wolseley Hornet

Grey Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2023
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

5,662 mi
Last recorded5,662 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2022
Typical for 1964 Wolseley Hornet49,830 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFTE 825B
MakeWolseley
ModelHornet
Year1964
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2022 5,662 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2022 5,662 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 14 Oct 2020 5,467 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2020 5,467 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Apr 2018 4,952 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2017 3,019 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2017 3,019 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2016 2,577 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2016 2,577 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 Sep 2014 2,492 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 2,158 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 1,757 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 231 miles

How Reliable is the Wolseley Hornet?

Based on 3,769 MOT tests across 562 vehicles.

80.5%
Pass Rate
243
Miles/Year
94
Year Lifespan
562
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 171
brake recording little or no effort 122
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 112
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 108
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 106
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FTE 825B is a 1964 Wolseley Hornet in Grey with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 1964 Wolseley Hornet models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.6% with a typical mileage of 49,830 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 Wolseley Hornet fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 171 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FTE 825B, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Wolseley Hornet typically stays on UK roads for around 94 years. At 62 years old, this Wolseley Hornet is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FTE 825B?

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What year was FTE 825B registered?

FTE 825B is a 1964 Wolseley Hornet, first registered on 16 June 1964.

Is FTE 825B safe to buy?

The MOT history for FTE 825B shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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