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CHM 370V

1979 Land Rover SWB

Green Diesel 2286cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2016
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

80,219 mi
Last recorded80,219 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2015
Typical for 1979 Land Rover SWB60,318 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCHM 370V
MakeLand Rover
ModelSWB
Year1979
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,286cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2015 80,219 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 79,971 miles

slight foot brake travel evident

Pass 14 Jan 2013 79,504 miles

offside front leaf spring corroded/wrapped

slight footbrake travel evident

Fail 18 Sep 2012 79,504 miles

Nearside Front Leaf spring fractured (2.4.B.1a)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

offside front leaf spring corroded/wrapped

slight foot brake travel evident

Pass 7 Sep 2011 76,643 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2011 76,643 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

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

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Pass 15 Jul 2010 71,480 miles

Nearside Front Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Offside Front Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

Offside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

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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CHM 370V is a 1979 Land Rover SWB in Green with a 2,286cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1979 Land Rover SWB models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.7% with a typical mileage of 60,318 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 CHM 370V, 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 47 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 CHM 370V?

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What year was CHM 370V registered?

CHM 370V is a 1979 Land Rover SWB, first registered on 1 October 1979.

Is CHM 370V safe to buy?

The MOT history for CHM 370V shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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