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BUJ 547L

1972 Land Rover 4X4

Blue Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

65,867 mi
Last recorded65,867 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2016
Typical for 1972 Land Rover 4X465,867 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBUJ 547L
MakeLand Rover
Model4X4
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc
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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2016 65,867 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance side light lense (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (2.4.A.3)

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

all four tyres have outer side wall damage

Fail 4 Aug 2016 65,867 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working side light (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush top bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod attachment bracket/mounting insecure front bolt loose (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working side light (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance side light lense (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (2.4.A.3)

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

all four tyres have outer side wall damage

Pass 1 Jun 2015 65,398 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2013 64,733 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 64,722 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2011 62,862 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2010 61,260 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2009 58,301 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2009 58,299 miles

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

Offside Bonnet retaining device ineffective (8.4.2)

Pass 24 Jan 2008 56,883 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2007 54,371 miles

How Reliable is the Land Rover 4X4?

Based on 1,085 MOT tests across 111 vehicles.

74.7%
Pass Rate
1,229
Miles/Year
54
Year Lifespan
111
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush 29
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 25
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 24
Brake pipe excessively corroded 22
Stop lamp not working 19
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BUJ 547L is a 1972 Land Rover 4X4 in Blue with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1972 Land Rover 4X4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.1% with a typical mileage of 65,867 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Land Rover 4X4 fails its MOT is shock absorber has an excessively worn bush, accounting for 29 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BUJ 547L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Land Rover 4X4 typically stays on UK roads for around 54 years. At 54 years old, this Land Rover 4X4 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BUJ 547L registered?

BUJ 547L is a 1972 Land Rover 4X4, first registered on 5 December 1972.

Is BUJ 547L safe to buy?

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