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BDM 285H

1970 Land Rover SWB

Black Diesel 2286cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2019
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

4,049 mi
Last recorded4,049 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2018
Typical for 1970 Land Rover SWB45,034 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBDM 285H
MakeLand Rover
ModelSWB
Year1970
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,286cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2018 4,049 miles

Nearside Rear hub seal leaking slightly

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

slight oil leak on engine and bothdiffs

Fail 23 Mar 2018 4,044 miles

Nearside front brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Rear hub seal leaking slightly

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

slight oil leak on engine and bothdiffs

Pass 23 Mar 2017 3,820 miles

Nearside Front Hub seal slight oil leak

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear axle

oil leak

Pass 6 Apr 2016 3,809 miles

Centre Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Rear Axle corroderd

Pass 27 Mar 2015 3,647 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 3,423 miles

rear axle brace corroded

Pass 4 Apr 2013 3,304 miles

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

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

naerside rear foot brake effort slightly low

rear axle brace corroded

Pass 2 Apr 2012 63,148 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

slight leak from nearside rear hub seal

Pass 6 Apr 2011 2,695 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2010 2,246 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2009 1,693 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2008 1,043 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2007 604 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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BDM 285H is a 1970 Land Rover SWB in Black with a 2,286cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1970 Land Rover SWB models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.9% with a typical mileage of 45,034 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 BDM 285H, 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 56 years old, this Land Rover SWB is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BDM 285H registered?

BDM 285H is a 1970 Land Rover SWB, first registered on 1 June 1970.

Is BDM 285H safe to buy?

The MOT history for BDM 285H shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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