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DTU 98X

1981 Land Rover 109

Blue Diesel 2286cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2010
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

14,546 mi
Last recorded14,546 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2009
Typical for 1981 Land Rover 10955,532 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDTU 98X
MakeLand Rover
Model109
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,286cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 28 Sep 2009 14,546 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2008 14,101 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2007 13,798 miles

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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DTU 98X is a 1981 Land Rover 109 in Blue with a 2,286cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1981 Land Rover 109 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.5% with a typical mileage of 55,532 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 DTU 98X, 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 45 years old, this Land Rover 109 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DTU 98X?

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What year was DTU 98X registered?

DTU 98X is a 1981 Land Rover 109, first registered on 10 November 1981.

Is DTU 98X safe to buy?

The MOT history for DTU 98X shows 3 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 DTU 98X have outstanding finance?

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