CarVerify

Free Car Check

HED 683V

1980 Pilgrim Sumo

Black Petrol 2792cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Oct 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

28,823 mi
Last recorded28,823 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2025
Typical for 1980 Pilgrim Sumo9,008 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Pilgrim
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationHED 683V
MakePilgrim
ModelSumo
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2025 28,823 miles
Pass 24 May 2023 28,812 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2020 28,795 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2019 28,532 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2018 27,904 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 26,910 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2013 26,736 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 Jun 2013 26,736 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 23 May 2012 26,589 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 18 Apr 2011 26,404 miles

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

nearside rear outer cv gaiter deteriorating

Pass 28 Oct 2009 26,102 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2008 25,518 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2007 25,119 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2007 25,118 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 29 Aug 2006 24,417 miles

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
Full Pilgrim Sumo reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

HED 683V is a 1980 Pilgrim Sumo in Black with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1980 Pilgrim Sumo models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.9% with a typical mileage of 9,008 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 HED 683V, 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 46 years old, this Pilgrim Sumo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of HED 683V?

You can check the full history of HED 683V by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was HED 683V registered?

HED 683V is a 1980 Pilgrim Sumo, first registered on 1 March 1980.

Is HED 683V safe to buy?

The MOT history for HED 683V shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HED 683V have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on HED 683V. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.