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DHP 26T

1979 Land Rover Range Rover

Black Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Dec 2012
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

84,558 mi
Last recorded84,558 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2011
Typical for 1979 Land Rover Range Rover52,324 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDHP 26T
MakeLand Rover
ModelRange Rover
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 20 Dec 2011 84,558 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

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

Pass 26 Nov 2010 84,558 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2009 84,558 miles

Front Panhard rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

offside front brake hose mounting bracket poor condition

rear exhaust mounting weak and split

Pass 19 Dec 2008 84,558 miles

How Reliable is the Land Rover Range Rover?

Based on 2,072,334 MOT tests across 178,266 vehicles.

77.9%
Pass Rate
6,020
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
178,266
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 63,439
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 31,185
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 26,735
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 26,213
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 21,118
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DHP 26T is a 1979 Land Rover Range Rover in Black with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1979 Land Rover Range Rover models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.9% with a typical mileage of 52,324 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Land Rover Range Rover fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 63,439 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DHP 26T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Land Rover Range Rover typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 47 years old, this Land Rover Range Rover is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DHP 26T?

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What year was DHP 26T registered?

DHP 26T is a 1979 Land Rover Range Rover, first registered on 2 January 1979.

Is DHP 26T safe to buy?

The MOT history for DHP 26T shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DHP 26T have outstanding finance?

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