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H116 SAO

1990 Leyland Olympian

Green Diesel 10450cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jan 2021
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

418,023 mi
Last recorded418,023 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2020
Typical for 1990 Leyland Olympian112,919 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH116 SAO
MakeLeyland
ModelOlympian
Year1990
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine10,450cc
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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2020 418,023 miles

Central Front Suspension levelling valve damaged but not to excess (5.3.5 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all chassis corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

front and rear suspension corroded

Fail 16 Jan 2020 418,023 miles

Central Front Suspension levelling valve damaged but not to excess (5.3.5 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension levelling valve modified so that its function is affected prs done (5.3.5 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all chassis corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

front and rear suspension corroded

Pass 11 Jul 2018 417,838 miles

Nearside Rear Brake valve damaged but function not impaired corroded and broken at mountings but supported by modified mountings adequately (1.1.3 (e))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis and outriggers generally corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 11 Jul 2018 417,838 miles

Nearside Rear Brake valve damaged but function not impaired corroded and broken at mountings but supported by modified mountings adequately (1.1.3 (e))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis and outriggers generally corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 5 Jul 2017 417,638 miles

chassis corroded in places

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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H116 SAO is a 1990 Leyland Olympian in Green with a 10,450cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1990 Leyland Olympian models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.5% with a typical mileage of 112,919 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 Leyland Olympian fails its MOT is service brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 14 recorded failures. If you're considering buying H116 SAO, 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 36 years old, this Leyland Olympian is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was H116 SAO registered?

H116 SAO is a 1990 Leyland Olympian, first registered on 15 August 1990.

Is H116 SAO safe to buy?

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