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ABW 169G

1982 Land Rover 2A

Green Petrol 2286cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2018
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

60,052 mi
Last recorded60,052 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2017
Typical for 1982 Land Rover 2A46,261 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationABW 169G
MakeLand Rover
Model2A
Year1982
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,286cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2017 60,052 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2015 59,834 miles

Front brakes slightly sticking

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

Offside Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Rear brakes slightly sticking

vehicle slightly pulls to the left

Pass 20 Jun 2014 59,268 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2014 59,268 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

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

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 26 Sep 2012 59,107 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2012 59,107 miles

Service brake is causing the vehicle to swerve to the nearside (3.7.C.2)

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

Pass 1 Oct 2011 58,653 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

brake peddel slightly soft

windscreen/washers/wipers not fitted at time of test

How Reliable is the Land Rover 2A?

Based on 4,860 MOT tests across 474 vehicles.

77.8%
Pass Rate
539
Miles/Year
66
Year Lifespan
474
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 226
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 150
Stop lamp not working 127
brake binding 111
position lamp(s) not working 107
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ABW 169G is a 1982 Land Rover 2A in Green with a 2,286cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1982 Land Rover 2A models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.8% with a typical mileage of 46,261 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Land Rover 2A fails its MOT is suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 226 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ABW 169G, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Land Rover 2A typically stays on UK roads for around 66 years. At 44 years old, this Land Rover 2A is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was ABW 169G registered?

ABW 169G is a 1982 Land Rover 2A, first registered on 31 December 1982.

Is ABW 169G safe to buy?

The MOT history for ABW 169G shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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