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AOT 973A

1989 Land Rover Series 1

Green Diesel 2225cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jan 2016
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

87,161 mi
Last recorded87,161 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2015
Typical for 1989 Land Rover Series 174,006 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAOT 973A
MakeLand Rover
ModelSeries 1
Year1989
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,225cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2015 87,161 miles

nearside front brake binding slightly

Fail 12 Jan 2015 87,082 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

nearside front brake binding slightly

Pass 11 Jan 2011 86,904 miles

Oil leak

engine emmits slight blue smoke

Fail 8 Jan 2011 86,904 miles

Body has a projection caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Steering box has relative movement between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.2.B.1b)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

Oil leak

engine emmits slight blue smoke

Pass 25 Mar 2009 86,592 miles

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

coorosion to o/s rear chassis near front of leaf spring very close to excessive

free play in steering very close to excessive advise repair

n/s rear securing strap worn

rear metal brake pipes slightly corroded

Pass 21 Feb 2008 85,290 miles

Oil leak

Fail 16 Feb 2008 85,287 miles

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

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Oil leak

Pass 12 Aug 2006 84,298 miles

brakes pull slightly to right

handbrake effort just above legal limit

steering box drop arm slightly damp possible slight leak from steering box

How Reliable is the Land Rover Series 1?

Based on 6,199 MOT tests across 842 vehicles.

77.9%
Pass Rate
302
Miles/Year
77
Year Lifespan
842
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 176
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 176
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 168
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 146
brake binding 124
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AOT 973A is a 1989 Land Rover Series 1 in Green with a 2,225cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1989 Land Rover Series 1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.5% with a typical mileage of 74,006 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 Series 1 fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 176 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AOT 973A, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Land Rover Series 1 typically stays on UK roads for around 77 years. At 37 years old, this Land Rover Series 1 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AOT 973A registered?

AOT 973A is a 1989 Land Rover Series 1, first registered on 1 January 1989.

Is AOT 973A safe to buy?

The MOT history for AOT 973A shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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