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ULU 217

1957 Wolseley 1500

Black Petrol 1500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2009
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

77,869 mi
Last recorded77,869 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2008
Typical for 1957 Wolseley 150042,367 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationULU 217
MakeWolseley
Model1500
Year1957
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,500cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 10 Jun 2008 77,869 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2007 77,179 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2006 76,932 miles

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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ULU 217 is a 1957 Wolseley 1500 in Black with a 1,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1957 Wolseley 1500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.8% with a typical mileage of 42,367 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 ULU 217, 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 69 years old, this Wolseley 1500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of ULU 217?

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What year was ULU 217 registered?

ULU 217 is a 1957 Wolseley 1500, first registered on 1 January 1957.

Is ULU 217 safe to buy?

The MOT history for ULU 217 shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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