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LHU 542E

1967 Wolseley Hornet

Blue Other 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2019
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

14,948 mi
Last recorded14,948 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2018
Typical for 1967 Wolseley Hornet58,300 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLHU 542E
MakeWolseley
ModelHornet
Year1967
ColourBlue
Fuel typeOther
Engine998cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2018 14,948 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2018 14,885 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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LHU 542E is a 1967 Wolseley Hornet in Blue with a 998cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1967 Wolseley Hornet models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.9% with a typical mileage of 58,300 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 LHU 542E, 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 59 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 LHU 542E?

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What year was LHU 542E registered?

LHU 542E is a 1967 Wolseley Hornet, first registered on 5 July 1967.

Is LHU 542E safe to buy?

The MOT history for LHU 542E shows 2 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 LHU 542E have outstanding finance?

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