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A229 DAN

1984 Land Rover 4X4

Silver Diesel 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

111,435 mi
Last recorded111,435 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2017
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA229 DAN
MakeLand Rover
Model4X4
Year1984
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,528cc
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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2017 111,435 miles

Central Front Lower has a crack

Central Front Oil leak ()

Fail 25 Feb 2017 111,427 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Central Front Lower has a crack

Central Front Oil leak ()

Pass 27 Feb 2016 111,369 miles

Offside oil leak

Pass 31 Dec 2014 110,053 miles

Oil leak

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 7 Dec 2013 99,552 miles

Oil leak

Pass 8 Dec 2012 87,410 miles

rear disc worn n/ s

Pass 28 Dec 2011 73,794 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2011 75,774 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)

brakes not tested

Pass 29 Dec 2010 66,245 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 31 Dec 2009 56,784 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2009 56,718 miles

Centre Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a seal (2.3.3b)

Offside Rear Lower Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

n/s rear cab mounting bush cracking

Pass 3 Jan 2009 48,508 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 3 Jan 2008 40,849 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Oil leak

Pass 3 Jan 2007 34,336 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2006 34,302 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front Power steering component(s) leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

How Reliable is the Land Rover 4X4?

Based on 1,085 MOT tests across 111 vehicles.

74.7%
Pass Rate
1,229
Miles/Year
54
Year Lifespan
111
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush 29
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 25
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 24
Brake pipe excessively corroded 22
Stop lamp not working 19
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A229 DAN is a 1984 Land Rover 4X4 in Silver with a 3,528cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

The most common reason a Land Rover 4X4 fails its MOT is shock absorber has an excessively worn bush, accounting for 29 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A229 DAN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Land Rover 4X4 typically stays on UK roads for around 54 years. At 42 years old, this Land Rover 4X4 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was A229 DAN registered?

A229 DAN is a 1984 Land Rover 4X4, first registered on 7 June 1984.

Is A229 DAN safe to buy?

The MOT history for A229 DAN 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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