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BJF 149K

1971 Rover Land Rover

Green Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2021
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

87,521 mi
Last recorded87,521 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2020
Typical for 1971 Rover Land Rover64,119 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJF 149K
MakeRover
ModelLand Rover
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc
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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2020 87,521 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 25 May 2017 87,168 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Nearside Rear hub slight oil leak

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak ()

Pass 20 Jun 2015 86,494 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2012 85,702 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 85,027 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2010 84,527 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2010 84,503 miles

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

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

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

Steering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)

nearside rear bumpstop loose

Pass 4 Feb 2009 83,516 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2007 81,664 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2007 81,595 miles

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

Service brake is causing the vehicle to swerve to the nearside (3.7.C.2)

Pass 11 Feb 2006 80,166 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2005 80,146 miles

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

How Reliable is the Rover Land Rover?

Based on 852 MOT tests across 100 vehicles.

74.9%
Pass Rate
410
Miles/Year
65
Year Lifespan
100
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 32
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 26
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 23
Headlamp not working on main beam 21
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 20
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BJF 149K is a 1971 Rover Land Rover in Green with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1971 Rover Land Rover models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.4% with a typical mileage of 64,119 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover Land Rover fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 32 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BJF 149K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover Land Rover typically stays on UK roads for around 65 years. At 55 years old, this Rover Land Rover is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BJF 149K registered?

BJF 149K is a 1971 Rover Land Rover, first registered on 16 December 1971.

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