MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
78,130 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
Battery insecure (1.9.1)
Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)
Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
How Reliable is the Pilgrim Bulldog?
Based on 927 MOT tests across 115 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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VEF 185M is a 1974 Pilgrim Bulldog in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
Across all 1974 Pilgrim Bulldog models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.7% with a typical mileage of 22,265 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 Bulldog fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 37 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VEF 185M, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Pilgrim Bulldog typically stays on UK roads for around 52 years. At 52 years old, this Pilgrim Bulldog is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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How do I check the history of VEF 185M?
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What year was VEF 185M registered?
VEF 185M is a 1974 Pilgrim Bulldog, first registered on 31 December 1974.
Is VEF 185M safe to buy?
The MOT history for VEF 185M shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does VEF 185M have outstanding finance?
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