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CYL 818C

1965 Wolseley Hornet

Orange Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2019
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

427 mi
Last recorded427 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2018
Typical for 1965 Wolseley Hornet40,871 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCYL 818C
MakeWolseley
ModelHornet
Year1965
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2018 427 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Pass 25 Aug 2017 9 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2017 9 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

How Reliable is the Wolseley Hornet?

Based on 3,769 MOT tests across 562 vehicles.

80.5%
Pass Rate
243
Miles/Year
94
Year Lifespan
562
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 171
brake recording little or no effort 122
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 112
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 108
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 106
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CYL 818C is a 1965 Wolseley Hornet in Orange with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1965 Wolseley Hornet models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.9% with a typical mileage of 40,871 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 Wolseley Hornet fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 171 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CYL 818C, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Wolseley Hornet typically stays on UK roads for around 94 years. At 61 years old, this Wolseley Hornet is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of CYL 818C?

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What year was CYL 818C registered?

CYL 818C is a 1965 Wolseley Hornet, first registered on 21 January 1965.

Is CYL 818C safe to buy?

The MOT history for CYL 818C shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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