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AFM 588L

1972 Land Rover 109

Green Petrol 2286cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

20,151 mi
Last recorded20,151 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2017
Typical for 1972 Land Rover 10955,334 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAFM 588L
MakeLand Rover
Model109
Year1972
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,286cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2017 20,151 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2016 20,067 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 19,687 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 19,161 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2014 19,158 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

centre exhaust mount missing

Pass 9 May 2013 18,746 miles
Fail 8 May 2013 18,746 miles

Nearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 4 Apr 2012 18,223 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2011 17,278 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2011 17,273 miles

Nearside Front Upper Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

Pass 12 Jan 2010 16,182 miles

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

Pass 9 Jan 2009 15,010 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2008 12,841 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2006 11,315 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2005 9,224 miles

How Reliable is the Land Rover 109?

Based on 34,711 MOT tests across 4,632 vehicles.

70.2%
Pass Rate
625
Miles/Year
66
Year Lifespan
4,632
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 2,564
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 1,754
Stop lamp not working 1,452
Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 1,166
position lamp(s) not working 1,056
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AFM 588L is a 1972 Land Rover 109 in Green with a 2,286cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1972 Land Rover 109 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.1% with a typical mileage of 55,334 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Land Rover 109 fails its MOT is suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 2,564 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AFM 588L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Land Rover 109 typically stays on UK roads for around 66 years. At 54 years old, this Land Rover 109 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AFM 588L registered?

AFM 588L is a 1972 Land Rover 109, first registered on 5 December 1972.

Is AFM 588L safe to buy?

The MOT history for AFM 588L shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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