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DFB 198W

1980 Land Rover 109

White Diesel 2250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2020
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

98,570 mi
Last recorded98,570 miles
Recorded on14 May 2019
Typical for 1980 Land Rover 10952,765 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDFB 198W
MakeLand Rover
Model109
Year1980
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,250cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 May 2019 98,570 miles

Dampness on rear brake drums

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 5 May 2017 98,077 miles

minor oil leaks

Pass 27 Apr 2016 98,077 miles

various oil leaks

Pass 9 Apr 2015 98,007 miles

Oil leaks

Pass 9 Apr 2014 97,899 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2014 97,899 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Offside Front Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Offside Rear Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Pass 9 Apr 2013 97,422 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

battery loose

Fail 8 Apr 2013 97,418 miles

Nearside Front Steering lock stop incorrectly adjusted (2.2.D.2c)

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

battery loose

Pass 31 May 2011 97,037 miles
Fail 31 May 2011 97,037 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Jul 2009 96,745 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2008 96,494 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2007 76,848 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2006 76,848 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2006 76,848 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

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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DFB 198W is a 1980 Land Rover 109 in White with a 2,250cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 1980 Land Rover 109 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.6% with a typical mileage of 52,765 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 DFB 198W, 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 46 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 DFB 198W registered?

DFB 198W is a 1980 Land Rover 109, first registered on 1 September 1980.

Is DFB 198W safe to buy?

The MOT history for DFB 198W shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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