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A457 VTG

1983 Land Rover Range Rover

Gold Lpg 3950cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2008
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

32,019 mi
Last recorded32,019 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2007
Typical for 1983 Land Rover Range Rover53,318 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA457 VTG
MakeLand Rover
ModelRange Rover
Year1983
ColourGold
Fuel typeLpg
Engine3,950cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2007 32,019 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2007 32,012 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

How Reliable is the Land Rover Range Rover?

Based on 2,072,334 MOT tests across 178,266 vehicles.

77.9%
Pass Rate
6,020
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
178,266
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 63,439
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 31,185
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 26,735
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 26,213
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 21,118
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A457 VTG is a 1983 Land Rover Range Rover in Gold with a 3,950cc lpg engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1983 Land Rover Range Rover models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.4% with a typical mileage of 53,318 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 Range Rover fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 63,439 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A457 VTG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Land Rover Range Rover typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 43 years old, this Land Rover Range Rover is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A457 VTG?

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What year was A457 VTG registered?

A457 VTG is a 1983 Land Rover Range Rover, first registered on 19 September 1983.

Is A457 VTG safe to buy?

The MOT history for A457 VTG shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A457 VTG have outstanding finance?

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