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UTG 887S

1978 Pilgrim Bulldog

Blue Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2021
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

12,533 mi
Last recorded12,533 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2020
Typical for 1978 Pilgrim Bulldog12,232 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUTG 887S
MakePilgrim
ModelBulldog
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc
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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2020 12,533 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 6 Nov 2020 12,533 miles

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorbers likely to become detached (5.3.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 13 Apr 2018 12,452 miles

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 4 Apr 2017 12,338 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 21 Mar 2016 12,253 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Fail 18 Mar 2016 12,210 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 13 Apr 2015 12,137 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Fail 17 Apr 2014 12,072 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Speedometer cannot be illuminated. (6.7.3)

Pass 17 Apr 2014 12,072 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 18 May 2012 11,869 miles

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Washer switch stiff

Fail 20 May 2011 11,645 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front brake caliper locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

Washer switch sticky

Pass 20 May 2011 11,645 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Washer switch sticky

Pass 23 Apr 2010 11,516 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2010 11,510 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Nearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 29 Apr 2008 11,504 miles

Bonnet stay faulty

Clutch bearing noisy

Fail 21 Apr 2008 11,501 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Front Mechanical brake component locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Bonnet stay faulty

Clutch bearing noisy

Pass 11 Apr 2007 9,169 miles

Clutch requires attention

N/s/f brake binding

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 11 Apr 2007 9,169 miles

Clutch requires attention

N/s/f brake binding

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 18 Aug 2005 9,114 miles

Clutch noisey and sticking

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Steering rack noise.

Wiper blades worn

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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UTG 887S is a 1978 Pilgrim Bulldog in Blue with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 UTG 887S, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of UTG 887S?

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What year was UTG 887S registered?

UTG 887S is a 1978 Pilgrim Bulldog, first registered on 3 March 1978.

Is UTG 887S safe to buy?

The MOT history for UTG 887S shows 19 tests with a 63.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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