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BTU 633K

1971 Land Rover SWB

Blue Petrol 2286cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2020
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

30,728 mi
Last recorded30,728 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2019
Typical for 1971 Land Rover SWB50,566 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBTU 633K
MakeLand Rover
ModelSWB
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,286cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2019 30,728 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2019 30,728 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area so inadequately repaired that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Fail 5 Jul 2019 30,726 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength rear end near tow bar (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area so inadequately repaired that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area so inadequately repaired that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Coolant leak ()

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

front wheels nuts fitted incorrectly

slight oil leak from front swivel joints

Pass 25 Apr 2017 30,674 miles

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

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

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

Oil leak ()

suspected fuel leak from tank

Fail 18 Apr 2017 30,672 miles

Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.6.C.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

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

Oil leak ()

suspected fuel leak from tank

Pass 18 Nov 2015 30,618 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2014 30,554 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2013 30,414 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2013 30,412 miles

Nearside Headlamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.7.5c)

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

Pass 31 Oct 2012 30,218 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2011 30,071 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2011 30,069 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 7 Dec 2010 29,855 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2009 29,576 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2008 29,147 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2008 28,817 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2007 28,129 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2006 30,000 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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BTU 633K is a 1971 Land Rover SWB in Blue with a 2,286cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

Across all 1971 Land Rover SWB models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.6% with a typical mileage of 50,566 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 BTU 633K, 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 55 years old, this Land Rover SWB is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BTU 633K registered?

BTU 633K is a 1971 Land Rover SWB, first registered on 16 November 1971.

Is BTU 633K safe to buy?

The MOT history for BTU 633K shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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