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VMX 518X

1982 Leyland Olympian

Blue Diesel 10000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2018
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

187,723 mi
Last recorded187,723 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2017
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVMX 518X
MakeLeyland
ModelOlympian
Year1982
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine10,000cc
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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 2 Nov 2017 187,723 miles

How Reliable is the Leyland Olympian?

Based on 507 MOT tests across 116 vehicles.

80.9%
Pass Rate
1,165
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
116
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Service brake: efficiency below requirements 14
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 10
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 7
Braking system leaking 6
Transmission brake efficiency below requirements 5
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VMX 518X is a 1982 Leyland Olympian in Blue with a 10,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a Leyland Olympian fails its MOT is service brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 14 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VMX 518X, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Leyland Olympian typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 44 years old, this Leyland Olympian is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VMX 518X?

You can check the full history of VMX 518X by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was VMX 518X registered?

VMX 518X is a 1982 Leyland Olympian, first registered on 2 March 1982.

Is VMX 518X safe to buy?

The MOT history for VMX 518X shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VMX 518X have outstanding finance?

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