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VFP 45S

1977 Pilgrim Bulldog

Blue Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

10,659 mi
Last recorded10,659 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2017
Typical for 1977 Pilgrim Bulldog40,644 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVFP 45S
MakePilgrim
ModelBulldog
Year1977
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc
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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2017 10,659 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 10,598 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2016 10,598 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Nearside Rear Bonded suspension unit bonding failed and part of unit is likely to become displaced n/s/r/ front trailing arm bush seprated (2.4.F.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Bonded suspension unit damaged but can function as intended o/s/r/ front trailing arm bush worn (2.4.F.3)

Pass 15 Jul 2015 10,571 miles

Nearside rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)

Offside rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)

advise both front tie rod bushes deteriorated will need attention soon

advise front lower fuel hose deteriorating

Pass 2 Jul 2014 10,546 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

both front tie bar rods slight play

offside front wheel bearing slighly noisy

Pass 18 Jul 2013 10,493 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Pass 17 Jul 2012 10,439 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Fail 16 Jul 2012 10,439 miles

Nearside Front Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Pass 28 Jul 2011 10,364 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Oil leak

Fail 26 Jul 2011 10,364 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Oil leak

Pass 5 Jul 2010 10,235 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

horn loose but working

noise from nearside rear brakes in rolling road

offside front wheel bearing slightly noisey when spun

Fail 5 Jul 2010 10,235 miles

Offside Front brake caliper securing device excessively deteriorated (3.5.1j)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

horn loose but working

noise from nearside rear brakes in rolling road

offside front wheel bearing slightly noisey when spun

Pass 31 Jul 2009 10,050 miles

nearside rear foot and handbrake slightly down

Pass 20 Jul 2007 10,030 miles

Nearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

nearside rear foot brake slight down

How Reliable is the Pilgrim Bulldog?

Based on 927 MOT tests across 115 vehicles.

77.6%
Pass Rate
247
Miles/Year
52
Year Lifespan
115
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake binding 37
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 24
Stop lamp not working 21
Steering rack gaiter split 20
Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement 18
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VFP 45S is a 1977 Pilgrim Bulldog in Blue with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1977 Pilgrim Bulldog models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.1% with a typical mileage of 40,644 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Pilgrim Bulldog fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 37 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VFP 45S, 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 49 years old, this Pilgrim Bulldog is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was VFP 45S registered?

VFP 45S is a 1977 Pilgrim Bulldog, first registered on 26 October 1977.

Is VFP 45S safe to buy?

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