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CDX 226L

1973 Land Rover SWB

Green Diesel 2250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

8,257 mi
Last recorded8,257 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2008
Typical for 1973 Land Rover SWB21,849 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCDX 226L
MakeLand Rover
ModelSWB
Year1973
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,250cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2008 8,257 miles
Fail 30 May 2008 8,239 miles

Nearside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Steering box insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 30 Apr 2007 7,597 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

both rear leaf springs have rust expansion

Pass 11 May 2006 6,029 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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CDX 226L is a 1973 Land Rover SWB in Green with a 2,250cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1973 Land Rover SWB models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.9% with a typical mileage of 21,849 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 CDX 226L, 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 53 years old, this Land Rover SWB is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of CDX 226L?

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What year was CDX 226L registered?

CDX 226L is a 1973 Land Rover SWB, first registered on 9 February 1973.

Is CDX 226L safe to buy?

The MOT history for CDX 226L shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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