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UBD 72

2005 Pilgrim Sumo

Black Petrol 5700cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Mar 2027
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

4,444 mi
Last recorded4,444 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Pilgrim Sumo5,853 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUBD 72
MakePilgrim
ModelSumo
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,700cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2026 4,444 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2026 4,444 miles

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

Pass 17 Mar 2025 4,203 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2023 3,992 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2018 3,927 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

slight play in prop shaft front universal joint

Fail 13 Aug 2018 3,927 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

slight play in prop shaft front universal joint

Pass 7 Aug 2017 3,921 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2017 3,921 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 1 Aug 2016 3,617 miles

engine wiring slightly rubbing on steering column

hand brake cables slightly rubbing on the rear brake flexy hoses

prop-shaft UJ's have slight play

Pass 5 Aug 2015 3,547 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 3,383 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2014 3,379 miles

Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b) DANGEROUS

Fail 16 Jul 2013 3,022 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 16 Jul 2013 3,022 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2012 2,435 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2011 2,126 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 18 Jul 2011 2,126 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2010 1,728 miles

brake pipe under bonnet slightly kinked

center rear view mirror cracked

Pass 21 Feb 2009 1,572 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2007 1,448 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2006 927 miles

Electrical wiring damaged/contaminated

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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UBD 72 is a 2005 Pilgrim Sumo in Black with a 5,700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2005 Pilgrim Sumo models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.8% with a typical mileage of 5,853 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 UBD 72, 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 21 years old, this Pilgrim Sumo is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was UBD 72 registered?

UBD 72 is a 2005 Pilgrim Sumo, first registered on 4 February 2005.

Is UBD 72 safe to buy?

The MOT history for UBD 72 shows 21 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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