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YNC 204A

1971 Wolseley 1500

Maroon Petrol 1489cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2012
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

12,850 mi
Last recorded12,850 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2011
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYNC 204A
MakeWolseley
Model1500
Year1971
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,489cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2011 12,850 miles

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

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

customer advised on offside sill corrosion

Pass 16 Sep 2010 5,759 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Fail 15 Sep 2010 5,759 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 6 Aug 2009 97,120 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

Fail 5 Aug 2009 97,120 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

Pass 16 Jul 2008 88,691 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

o/s bottom trunion slight play

Pass 16 May 2007 80,270 miles

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

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

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

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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YNC 204A is a 1971 Wolseley 1500 in Maroon with a 1,489cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 YNC 204A, 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 55 years old, this Wolseley 1500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YNC 204A registered?

YNC 204A is a 1971 Wolseley 1500, first registered on 1 January 1971.

Is YNC 204A safe to buy?

The MOT history for YNC 204A shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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