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YOV 748T

1979 Pilgrim Sumo

Blue Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2015
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

Typical for 1979 Pilgrim Sumo8,556 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYOV 748T
MakePilgrim
ModelSumo
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc
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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2014
Pass 9 Nov 2013
Pass 22 Oct 2012
Pass 22 Oct 2011
Pass 12 Oct 2010
Fail 1 Oct 2010

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

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

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 3 Oct 2009 1,562 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2008 1,555 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2007 1,544 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2005 1,523 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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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YOV 748T is a 1979 Pilgrim Sumo in Blue with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1979 Pilgrim Sumo models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.8% with a typical mileage of 8,556 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 YOV 748T, 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 47 years old, this Pilgrim Sumo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YOV 748T registered?

YOV 748T is a 1979 Pilgrim Sumo, first registered on 10 April 1979.

Is YOV 748T safe to buy?

The MOT history for YOV 748T shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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