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LAE 778X

1982 Pilgrim Sumo

Blue Petrol 5000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 May 2026
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

1,915 mi
Last recorded1,915 miles
Recorded on15 May 2025
Typical for 1982 Pilgrim Sumo4,135 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLAE 778X
MakePilgrim
ModelSumo
Year1982
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,000cc
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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 May 2025 1,915 miles
Pass 4 May 2024 1,815 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2022 1,028 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2022 1,027 miles

Emissions not tested machine filled with too many hydrocarbons (8.2.1.2 (d))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 16 May 2014 814 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2008 631 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 16 Jul 2008 631 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2007 402 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
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LAE 778X is a 1982 Pilgrim Sumo in Blue with a 5,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1982 Pilgrim Sumo models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.5% with a typical mileage of 4,135 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 LAE 778X, 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 44 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 LAE 778X?

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What year was LAE 778X registered?

LAE 778X is a 1982 Pilgrim Sumo, first registered on 31 December 1982.

Is LAE 778X safe to buy?

The MOT history for LAE 778X shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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