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DVV 550T

1979 Land Rover SWB

Green Diesel 2286cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2019
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

79,503 mi
Last recorded79,503 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2018
Typical for 1979 Land Rover SWB60,318 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDVV 550T
MakeLand Rover
ModelSWB
Year1979
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,286cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 26 Oct 2018 79,503 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2017 78,830 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 29 Jun 2016 78,167 miles

vehicle as been totally rebuilt

Pass 3 Sep 2009 78,155 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2008 78,155 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2007 78,155 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2006 78,155 miles

How Reliable is the Land Rover SWB?

Based on 5,400 MOT tests across 556 vehicles.

72.7%
Pass Rate
475
Miles/Year
70
Year Lifespan
556
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 263
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 230
Stop lamp not working 208
Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush 148
position lamp(s) not working 145
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DVV 550T is a 1979 Land Rover SWB in Green with a 2,286cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1979 Land Rover SWB models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.7% with a typical mileage of 60,318 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Land Rover SWB fails its MOT is suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 263 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DVV 550T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Land Rover SWB typically stays on UK roads for around 70 years. At 47 years old, this Land Rover SWB is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DVV 550T?

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What year was DVV 550T registered?

DVV 550T is a 1979 Land Rover SWB, first registered on 24 April 1979.

Is DVV 550T safe to buy?

The MOT history for DVV 550T shows 7 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 DVV 550T have outstanding finance?

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