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CNR 390Y

1979 Land Rover 109

Green Diesel 2286cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2017
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

96,991 mi
Last recorded96,991 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2016
Typical for 1979 Land Rover 10949,094 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCNR 390Y
MakeLand Rover
Model109
Year1979
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,286cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2016 96,991 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 22 Dec 2015 85,982 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2014 80,829 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Dec 2013 80,829 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2013 80,810 miles

Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

nearside front footwell has some rot but not within any prescribed areas

Pass 20 Sep 2012 80,529 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2012 80,529 miles

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

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer missing (7.2.4c)

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

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Fail 15 Dec 2010 80,527 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

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

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

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

both front brake drums are oval

How Reliable is the Land Rover 109?

Based on 34,711 MOT tests across 4,632 vehicles.

70.2%
Pass Rate
625
Miles/Year
66
Year Lifespan
4,632
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 2,564
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 1,754
Stop lamp not working 1,452
Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 1,166
position lamp(s) not working 1,056
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CNR 390Y is a 1979 Land Rover 109 in Green with a 2,286cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1979 Land Rover 109 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.9% with a typical mileage of 49,094 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Land Rover 109 fails its MOT is suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 2,564 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CNR 390Y, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Land Rover 109 typically stays on UK roads for around 66 years. At 47 years old, this Land Rover 109 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CNR 390Y registered?

CNR 390Y is a 1979 Land Rover 109, first registered on 31 December 1979.

Is CNR 390Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for CNR 390Y shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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