MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
5,604 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Oil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Service brake grabbing slightly (3.7.C.2)
Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Offside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)
Service brake grabbing slightly (3.7.C.2)
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
Rear Service brake grabbing severely (3.7.C.2)
Service brake is causing the steering wheel to severely pull one way (3.7.C.2)
Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)
How Reliable is the Wolseley 1500?
Based on 4,191 MOT tests across 645 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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RPY 242 is a 1958 Wolseley 1500 in Maroon with a 1,489cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.
Across all 1958 Wolseley 1500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.2% with a typical mileage of 47,679 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 1500 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 275 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RPY 242, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Wolseley 1500 typically stays on UK roads for around 69 years. At 68 years old, this Wolseley 1500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What year was RPY 242 registered?
RPY 242 is a 1958 Wolseley 1500, first registered on 1 January 1958.
Is RPY 242 safe to buy?
The MOT history for RPY 242 shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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