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AUF 498L

1972 Land Rover 109

Blue Petrol 3500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2018
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

55,557 mi
Last recorded55,557 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2017
Typical for 1972 Land Rover 10955,334 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAUF 498L
MakeLand Rover
Model109
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,500cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2017 55,557 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 Aug 2016 55,321 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2016 55,321 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 Aug 2015 54,161 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 52,629 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2013 50,584 miles

slight wear in front hub assemblies

Pass 7 Aug 2012 48,783 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear reflector faded in colour (1.5.1d)

Offside Rear reflector faded in colour (1.5.1d)

offside front axle bump stop missing

Pass 4 Aug 2011 46,347 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2010 43,442 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2009 39,979 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2008 37,975 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2007 34,848 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2006 31,824 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2005 26,615 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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AUF 498L is a 1972 Land Rover 109 in Blue with a 3,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 AUF 498L, 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

How do I check the history of AUF 498L?

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What year was AUF 498L registered?

AUF 498L is a 1972 Land Rover 109, first registered on 7 August 1972.

Is AUF 498L safe to buy?

The MOT history for AUF 498L shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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