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A120 VYC

1993 Land Rover Lightweight

Blue Petrol 3500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

9,713 mi
Last recorded9,713 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2025
Typical for 1993 Land Rover Lightweight59,550 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA120 VYC
MakeLand Rover
ModelLightweight
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,500cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2025 9,713 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2024 9,567 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2022 9,508 miles

Nearside Front brake hose close to tyre

Offside Front brake hose rubbing on tyre

both front hubs leaking

steering box drop arm loose -not likely to fall off

Fail 18 Jan 2022 9,498 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Indicator switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp reflector missing (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front brake hose close to tyre

Offside Front brake hose rubbing on tyre

both front hubs leaking

steering box drop arm loose -not likely to fall off

Pass 18 Dec 2018 9,484 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2017 9,365 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt drag link (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 13 Jun 2016 9,240 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 28 Nov 2014 9,055 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2013 8,924 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2013 8,924 miles

Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 5 Oct 2012 8,674 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2012 8,674 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Offside Rear brake disc contaminated by brake fluid (3.5.1h)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 1 Oct 2011 8,461 miles

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Pass 1 Oct 2011 8,461 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2010 8,358 miles

How Reliable is the Land Rover Lightweight?

Based on 3,105 MOT tests across 289 vehicles.

73.6%
Pass Rate
455
Miles/Year
54
Year Lifespan
289
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 151
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 147
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 131
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 65
Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 64
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A120 VYC is a 1993 Land Rover Lightweight in Blue with a 3,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 1993 Land Rover Lightweight models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.9% with a typical mileage of 59,550 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 Land Rover Lightweight fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 151 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A120 VYC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Land Rover Lightweight typically stays on UK roads for around 54 years. At 33 years old, this Land Rover Lightweight is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A120 VYC?

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What year was A120 VYC registered?

A120 VYC is a 1993 Land Rover Lightweight, first registered on 27 May 1993.

Is A120 VYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for A120 VYC shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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