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277 FFM

1978 Wolseley 1500

Grey Petrol 1489cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2013
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

49,867 mi
Last recorded49,867 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2012
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Vehicle Details

Registration277 FFM
MakeWolseley
Model1500
Year1978
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,489cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 1 Aug 2012 49,867 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

How Reliable is the Wolseley 1500?

Based on 4,191 MOT tests across 645 vehicles.

78.8%
Pass Rate
360
Miles/Year
69
Year Lifespan
645
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 275
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 178
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 147
brake binding 143
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 119
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277 FFM is a 1978 Wolseley 1500 in Grey with a 1,489cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a Wolseley 1500 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 275 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 277 FFM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Wolseley 1500 typically stays on UK roads for around 69 years. At 48 years old, this Wolseley 1500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was 277 FFM registered?

277 FFM is a 1978 Wolseley 1500, first registered on 1 November 1978.

Is 277 FFM safe to buy?

The MOT history for 277 FFM 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 277 FFM have outstanding finance?

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