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BFW 451W

2001 Land Rover Lightweight

Green Petrol 2286cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Feb 2018
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

1,374 mi
Last recorded1,374 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2017
Typical for 2001 Land Rover Lightweight55,220 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBFW 451W
MakeLand Rover
ModelLightweight
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,286cc
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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2017 1,374 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 80,380 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2014 79,696 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2013 79,022 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2012 76,626 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2011 74,443 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2010 73,877 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2010 73,867 miles

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

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

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

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

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

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 31 May 2007 73,765 miles
Fail 30 May 2007 73,765 miles

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

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

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

tensioner pulley

Fail 20 Apr 2006 73,666 miles

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

Offside Front Leaf spring linkage pin not correctly positioned (2.4.B.3a)

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

Offside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

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

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 451W is a 2001 Land Rover Lightweight in Green with a 2,286cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2001 Land Rover Lightweight models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.8% with a typical mileage of 55,220 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 451W, 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 25 years old, this Land Rover Lightweight is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BFW 451W registered?

BFW 451W is a 2001 Land Rover Lightweight, first registered on 1 November 2001.

Is BFW 451W safe to buy?

The MOT history for BFW 451W shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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