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DLT 809J

1971 Land Rover 90

Green Diesel 2286cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Feb 2023
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

61,981 mi
Last recorded61,981 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2022
Typical for 1971 Land Rover 9066,102 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDLT 809J
MakeLand Rover
Model90
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,286cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2022 61,981 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre wall deep cracks (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front floor --- holed in corner

Rear a-frame ball joint cover split

Fail 7 Feb 2022 61,979 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre wall deep cracks (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front floor --- holed in corner

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin replace soon (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear a-frame ball joint cover split

Pass 7 Aug 2018 61,939 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2018 61,934 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Jul 2017 61,896 miles

Oil leak ()

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

Pass 3 Aug 2016 61,827 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2015 61,752 miles

Nearside front tyre stepped

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 29 Jul 2015 61,749 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside front tyre stepped

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 1 Aug 2014 61,402 miles

Oil leak

both front hubs has slight leak

transfer box has slight leak

Pass 31 Oct 2012 61,154 miles

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

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

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

Oil leak

gear box has slight leak

Pass 19 Oct 2011 61,025 miles

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

slight grease leak from front swivels

slight oil leak from transfer box

Fail 19 Oct 2011 61,012 miles

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

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

slight grease leak from front swivels

slight oil leak from transfer box

Pass 4 Nov 2010 60,818 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2010 60,816 miles

Offside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Both front swivel joints leaking oil

Centre wiper blade split

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

Pass 29 Oct 2009 58,324 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2009 58,324 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Both front swivles leaking oil

Gearbox 'x'Member has two bolts missing

Pass 11 Sep 2007 58,113 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2006 57,647 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2005 57,592 miles

How Reliable is the Land Rover 90?

Based on 13,974 MOT tests across 967 vehicles.

71.3%
Pass Rate
1,508
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
967
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 394
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 361
Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 320
position lamp(s) not working 318
Brake pipe excessively corroded 307
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DLT 809J is a 1971 Land Rover 90 in Green with a 2,286cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

Across all 1971 Land Rover 90 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.1% with a typical mileage of 66,102 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Land Rover 90 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 394 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DLT 809J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Land Rover 90 typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 55 years old, this Land Rover 90 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DLT 809J registered?

DLT 809J is a 1971 Land Rover 90, first registered on 7 May 1971.

Is DLT 809J safe to buy?

The MOT history for DLT 809J shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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