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A52 VYC

1983 Land Rover Lightweight

Green Petrol 2225cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2015
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

75,582 mi
Last recorded75,582 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2014
Typical for 1983 Land Rover Lightweight42,867 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA52 VYC
MakeLand Rover
ModelLightweight
Year1983
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,225cc
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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2014 75,582 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2013 75,029 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2012 74,223 miles

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 5 Jan 2011 73,177 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Fail 5 Jan 2011 73,177 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 18 Jul 2009 72,733 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 10 Aug 2007 70,989 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2006 70,552 miles

no interior rear-view mirror fitted.

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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A52 VYC is a 1983 Land Rover Lightweight in Green with a 2,225cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1983 Land Rover Lightweight models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.9% with a typical mileage of 42,867 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 A52 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 43 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 A52 VYC?

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What year was A52 VYC registered?

A52 VYC is a 1983 Land Rover Lightweight, first registered on 31 December 1983.

Is A52 VYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for A52 VYC shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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