Wolseley 1500

Grey · Petrol · 1962 · 1,489 cc

526 XULMOT history

526 XUL is a grey petrol Wolseley 1500 first used on 1 Jan 1962. Its MOT is valid until 5 May 2027 and it has passed 14 of 19 MOT tests, with 4,036 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 5 May 2027
Mileage
4,036 mi
At MOT on 6 May 2026
MOT tests
19
14 passed · 5 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
526 XUL
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Wolseley
Model
1500
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,489 cc
Year of manufacture
1962
First used
1 Jan 1962
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 May 2027
Latest MOT test
6 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

526 XUL was last recorded at 4,036 miles on 6 May 2026, 2,546 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Mar 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 18 Mar 2016: 95,049 miles, lower than 95,094 miles on 10 Mar 2016.
  • 13 Mar 2020: 1,089 miles, lower than 99,815 miles on 16 Mar 2019.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
1,490 miles · 29 Mar 2021
Between the last two tests
2,546 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 4,036 miles
  • 2021 – 1,490 miles
  • 2020 – 1,089 miles
  • 2019 – 99,815 miles
  • 2018 – 98,206 miles
  • 2017 – 96,909 miles
  • 2016 – 95,049 miles
  • 2015 – 93,952 miles
  • 2014 – 92,793 miles
  • 2013 – 92,181 miles
  • 2012 – 91,537 miles
  • 2011 – 90,404 miles
  • 2010 – 89,651 miles
  • 2008 – 89,482 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass4,036 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Offside Front inner flitch starting to corrode

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Rear Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

  • Nearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

  • Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

Full MOT history

19 tests since 2 Apr 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass4,036 miles (+2,546)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2027
    Odometer
    4,036 miles
    Test number
    635039849995
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  2. Pass1,490 miles (+401)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    1,490 miles
    Test number
    885190563148
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Pass1,089 miles (-98,726)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    1,089 miles
    Test number
    692675452215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass99,815 miles (+1,609)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    99,815 miles
    Test number
    332005404825
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight play top steering column bush

  5. Pass98,206 miles (+1,297)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    98,206 miles
    Test number
    585371109874

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass96,909 miles (+67)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    96,909 miles
    Test number
    842253489382

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail96,842 miles (+1,793)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,842 miles
    Test number
    909386775206
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded rear of inner wheel arch area (2.4.A.3)

  8. Pass95,049 miles (-45)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    95,049 miles
    Test number
    729806731203
    • AdvisoryOffside Front inner flitch starting to corrode
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)

  9. Fail95,094 miles (+1,142)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,094 miles
    Test number
    736707625667
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings chassis area (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded floor to sill area (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded floor to sill area (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front inner flitch starting to corrode
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)

  10. Pass93,952 miles (+1,159)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    93,952 miles
    Test number
    769422175050
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

  11. Pass92,793 miles (+612)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    92,793 miles
    Test number
    885409574031
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteIn boot area fuel filler pipe perishing

  12. Pass92,181 miles (+644)1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    92,181 miles
    Test number
    188268173055
    • NoteSlight oil leak in diff and gearbox

  13. Pass91,537 miles (+1,133)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    91,537 miles
    Test number
    628508482032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass90,404 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    90,404 miles
    Test number
    497050191073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail90,404 miles (+753)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,404 miles
    Test number
    339203781084
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Vehicle structure is cracked, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

  16. Pass89,651 miles (+100)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    89,651 miles
    Test number
    514601090044
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  17. Fail89,551 miles (+69)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,551 miles
    Test number
    520372680056
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)
    • FailureOffside Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  18. Pass89,482 miles (+5)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    89,482 miles
    Test number
    820489298002
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  19. Fail89,477 miles1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,477 miles
    Test number
    271833698072
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Questions about 526 XUL

What vehicle is registration 526 XUL currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 526 XUL on a grey petrol Wolseley 1500 first used on 1 Jan 1962. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does 526 XUL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 526 XUL is valid until 5 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on 526 XUL?
The MOT on 526 XUL is valid until 5 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 526 XUL done?
526 XUL was recorded at 4,036 miles at its MOT on 6 May 2026.
Has 526 XUL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 526 XUL has failed 5 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Mar 2017.
Has the mileage on 526 XUL ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 18 Mar 2016. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on 526 XUL find?
526 XUL passed its latest MOT on 6 May 2026 with 2 advisories: central front oil leak, but not excessive; nearside front wheel bearing has slight play.

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