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DXC 788L

1972 Land Rover Range Rover

Black Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2014
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

87,871 mi
Last recorded87,871 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2013
Typical for 1972 Land Rover Range Rover61,941 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDXC 788L
MakeLand Rover
ModelRange Rover
Year1972
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2013 87,871 miles

Full race harness fitted to both front seats

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

repairs covered by body sealant

Fail 25 Nov 2013 8,784 miles

Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Power steering component(s) leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)

Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Full race harness fitted to both front seats

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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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DXC 788L is a 1972 Land Rover Range Rover in Black with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1972 Land Rover Range Rover models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.2% with a typical mileage of 61,941 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 Range Rover fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 63,439 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DXC 788L, 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 54 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 DXC 788L?

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What year was DXC 788L registered?

DXC 788L is a 1972 Land Rover Range Rover, first registered on 18 August 1972.

Is DXC 788L safe to buy?

The MOT history for DXC 788L shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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