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CNV 582K

1972 Land Rover Defender

Green Diesel 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

32,441 mi
Last recorded32,441 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2017
Typical for 1972 Land Rover Defender39,376 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCNV 582K
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year1972
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2017 32,441 miles

Front Front wheel bearing has slight play both sides (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 7 Sep 2016 31,584 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view n,s, and o,s (8.1.2a)

rear tyres deteriorating

Pass 3 Sep 2015 29,097 miles

Nearside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 12 Sep 2014 27,135 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2013 25,544 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Oil leak

front bulkhead has localised corrosion

front swivels weeping oil

offside front indicator dim

steering box arm has slight play

Pass 30 Aug 2012 17,064 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2012 17,064 miles

Outer Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 27 Oct 2011 19,031 miles

Nearside Front Leaf spring deteriorated and seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Pass 27 Oct 2011 19,031 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2010 17,064 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2009 10,743 miles

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

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

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

slight oil leak on engine

How Reliable is the Land Rover Defender?

Based on 2,960,045 MOT tests across 181,953 vehicles.

72.3%
Pass Rate
3,550
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
181,953
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush 77,499
Brake pipe excessively corroded 77,229
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 57,749
position lamp(s) not working 53,914
Stop lamp not working 52,341
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CNV 582K is a 1972 Land Rover Defender in Green with a 2,494cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1972 Land Rover Defender models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.8% with a typical mileage of 39,376 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Land Rover Defender fails its MOT is shock absorber has an excessively worn bush, accounting for 77,499 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CNV 582K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Land Rover Defender typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 54 years old, this Land Rover Defender is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CNV 582K registered?

CNV 582K is a 1972 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 1 January 1972.

Is CNV 582K safe to buy?

The MOT history for CNV 582K shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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