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DDS 521L

1985 Land Rover Lightweight

Green Diesel 2286cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2019
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

3,186 mi
Last recorded3,186 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2018
Typical for 1985 Land Rover Lightweight31,648 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDDS 521L
MakeLand Rover
ModelLightweight
Year1985
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,286cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2018 3,186 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2016 3,146 miles

rear nato hitch bolts not long enough bolt not thru nylon locknut

Fail 11 Jun 2016 3,146 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Steering component is not secure to the vehicle structure steering relay insecure to chassis and bracket bolts very loose (2.2.B.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Jun 2015 3,044 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2015 3,039 miles

Nearside Rear brake drum contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 1 Jul 2014 2,621 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2013 1,261 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 1,041 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2010 446 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2009 250 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2009 250 miles

Nearside Rear Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Offside Rear Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Steering box has relative movement between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.2.B.1b)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 19 Jun 2008 2 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2008 2 miles

Dipswitch operation does not deflect all main beam headlamps to make them dipped beams (1.7.4b)

Service brake is causing the vehicle to swerve to the nearside (3.7.C.2)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a) DANGEROUS

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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DDS 521L is a 1985 Land Rover Lightweight in Green with a 2,286cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 1985 Land Rover Lightweight models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.7% with a typical mileage of 31,648 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 DDS 521L, 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 41 years old, this Land Rover Lightweight is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was DDS 521L registered?

DDS 521L is a 1985 Land Rover Lightweight, first registered on 17 January 1985.

Is DDS 521L safe to buy?

The MOT history for DDS 521L shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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