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BFW 374W

1999 Land Rover Lightweight

Green Petrol 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2022
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

82,544 mi
Last recorded82,544 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2021
Typical for 1999 Land Rover Lightweight43,176 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBFW 374W
MakeLand Rover
ModelLightweight
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Oct 2021 82,544 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Oct 2020 82,357 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Aug 2019 81,900 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jul 2017 81,264 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 25 Jun 2016 80,903 miles

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 18 Jul 2015 79,537 miles

Nearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Oil leak

Pass 16 Jun 2014 77,560 miles

Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 14 Jun 2014 77,522 miles

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

Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 6 Jul 2013 75,224 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2011 74,054 miles

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

Fail 11 Aug 2011 74,054 miles

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 4 Aug 2010 72,354 miles

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

Fail 4 Aug 2010 72,354 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

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

Fail 11 Aug 2009 69,669 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 11 Aug 2009 69,669 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2008 67,038 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2007 65,398 miles

How Reliable is the Land Rover Lightweight?

Based on 3,105 MOT tests across 289 vehicles.

73.6%
Pass Rate
455
Miles/Year
54
Year Lifespan
289
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 151
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 147
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 131
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 65
Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 64
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BFW 374W is a 1999 Land Rover Lightweight in Green with a 2,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 1999 Land Rover Lightweight models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.0% with a typical mileage of 43,176 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 Lightweight fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 151 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BFW 374W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Land Rover Lightweight typically stays on UK roads for around 54 years. At 27 years old, this Land Rover Lightweight is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BFW 374W registered?

BFW 374W is a 1999 Land Rover Lightweight, first registered on 3 February 1999.

Is BFW 374W safe to buy?

The MOT history for BFW 374W shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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