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BNJ 378T

1979 Pilgrim Sumo

Black Petrol 2800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2014
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

60,140 mi
Last recorded60,140 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2013
Typical for 1979 Pilgrim Sumo8,556 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBNJ 378T
MakePilgrim
ModelSumo
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,800cc
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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2013 60,140 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 19,626 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2008 10,238 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2007 10,328 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2007 10,328 miles

Offside Rear Trailing arm locating pin insecure (2.4.G.3a)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Apr 2006 10,328 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2006 10,328 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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BNJ 378T is a 1979 Pilgrim Sumo in Black with a 2,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BNJ 378T, 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 BNJ 378T registered?

BNJ 378T is a 1979 Pilgrim Sumo, first registered on 15 March 1979.

Is BNJ 378T safe to buy?

The MOT history for BNJ 378T shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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