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A885 OVF

1983 Land Rover SWB

Green Petrol 2286cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

63,487 mi
Last recorded63,487 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2006
Typical for 1983 Land Rover SWB43,049 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA885 OVF
MakeLand Rover
ModelSWB
Year1983
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,286cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 2 Aug 2006 63,487 miles

How Reliable is the Land Rover SWB?

Based on 5,400 MOT tests across 556 vehicles.

72.7%
Pass Rate
475
Miles/Year
70
Year Lifespan
556
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 263
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 230
Stop lamp not working 208
Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush 148
position lamp(s) not working 145
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A885 OVF is a 1983 Land Rover SWB in Green with a 2,286cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1983 Land Rover SWB models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.9% with a typical mileage of 43,049 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Land Rover SWB fails its MOT is suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 263 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A885 OVF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Land Rover SWB typically stays on UK roads for around 70 years. At 43 years old, this Land Rover SWB is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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How do I check the history of A885 OVF?

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What year was A885 OVF registered?

A885 OVF is a 1983 Land Rover SWB, first registered on 31 December 1983.

Is A885 OVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for A885 OVF shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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