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KWL 273S

1978 Pilgrim Bulldog

Maroon Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2008
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

25,434 mi
Last recorded25,434 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2007
Typical for 1978 Pilgrim Bulldog12,232 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKWL 273S
MakePilgrim
ModelBulldog
Year1978
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2007 25,434 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

exhaust in poor condition

Fail 2 Aug 2007 25,434 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Indicator tell tale missing (1.4.A.2a)

Steering column universal joint has excessive play (2.1.5)

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

How Reliable is the Pilgrim Bulldog?

Based on 927 MOT tests across 115 vehicles.

77.6%
Pass Rate
247
Miles/Year
52
Year Lifespan
115
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake binding 37
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 24
Stop lamp not working 21
Steering rack gaiter split 20
Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement 18
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KWL 273S is a 1978 Pilgrim Bulldog in Maroon with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1978 Pilgrim Bulldog models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.8% with a typical mileage of 12,232 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 Bulldog fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 37 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KWL 273S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Pilgrim Bulldog typically stays on UK roads for around 52 years. At 48 years old, this Pilgrim Bulldog is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was KWL 273S registered?

KWL 273S is a 1978 Pilgrim Bulldog, first registered on 29 March 1978.

Is KWL 273S safe to buy?

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