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DUH 729V

1980 Land Rover 109

Grey Petrol 2600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2010
Tests5 (2 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate40%

Mileage

125 mi
Last recorded125 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2009
Typical for 1980 Land Rover 10952,765 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDUH 729V
MakeLand Rover
Model109
Year1980
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,600cc

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MOT History

2 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2009 125 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2009 125 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 22 Jul 2008 125 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2008 125 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Fail 9 Jun 2008 69,999 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Front Windscreen washer control missing (8.2.1a)

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

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

Horn emits two or more alternating tones (1.6.2d)

Nearside Front Front passenger seat insecure (6.2.3)

Nearside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Electrical wiring damaged/contaminated

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

front hub seals leaking

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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DUH 729V is a 1980 Land Rover 109 in Grey with a 2,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 40%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DUH 729V, 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 DUH 729V registered?

DUH 729V is a 1980 Land Rover 109, first registered on 1 February 1980.

Is DUH 729V safe to buy?

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