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BWP 809M

1983 Land Rover Lightweight

Green Petrol 2286cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

39,529 mi
Last recorded39,529 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2018
Typical for 1983 Land Rover Lightweight42,867 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBWP 809M
MakeLand Rover
ModelLightweight
Year1983
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,286cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2018 39,529 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 39,323 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2016 38,687 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2015 38,398 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 37,897 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 69,168 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2012 68,706 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2011 68,367 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Oil leak

Pass 14 Apr 2010 67,636 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 67,491 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

cut to outer side wall of o/s/r tyre

Pass 15 Apr 2008 67,337 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2007 67,306 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2007 67,301 miles

All position lamps not in good working order (function impaired) (1.1.A.2a)

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Front Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Offside Rear Leaf spring shackle pin locking device insecurely fitted (2.4.B.3b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Steering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 30 Mar 2006 56,891 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2006 56,879 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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BWP 809M is a 1983 Land Rover Lightweight in Green with a 2,286cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1983 Land Rover Lightweight models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.9% with a typical mileage of 42,867 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 BWP 809M, 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 43 years old, this Land Rover Lightweight is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BWP 809M?

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What year was BWP 809M registered?

BWP 809M is a 1983 Land Rover Lightweight, first registered on 7 October 1983.

Is BWP 809M safe to buy?

The MOT history for BWP 809M shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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