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ELG 271X

1982 Land Rover 109

Blue Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Oct 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

50,043 mi
Last recorded50,043 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2025
Typical for 1982 Land Rover 10955,617 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationELG 271X
MakeLand Rover
Model109
Year1982
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2025 50,043 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2025 50,034 miles

Central Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength crossmember (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 16 Oct 2024 47,891 miles

Central crossmember slight corrosion

Fluid leak, but not excessive possible tank ? (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive nearing limit (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 14 Oct 2024 47,869 miles

Steering box has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.3 (a) (i))

Steering box has relative movement to chassis/bodywork (2.1.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central crossmember slight corrosion

Fluid leak, but not excessive possible tank ? (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive nearing limit (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 10 Oct 2023 45,742 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Oct 2022 43,235 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Sep 2021 39,912 miles

Nearside centre chassis rusty and thin

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Oct 2020 37,096 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2019 32,427 miles

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive slight (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Apr 2018 29,295 miles

Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush all (2.4.B.2)

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened both sides (2.4.B.1a)

rear crossmember corroded

Pass 11 Apr 2017 25,499 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2016 21,843 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

both rear chassis rails very rusty

slight play in steering box

Fail 13 Apr 2016 21,823 miles

Offside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis rail (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis rail (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

both rear chassis rails very rusty

slight play in steering box

Pass 9 Apr 2015 20,731 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 20,731 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 20,731 miles

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

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Prop-shaft universal joint worn

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Apr 2012 20,731 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

nearside centre chassis very rusty

nearside front tyre perishing on tread

Pass 5 Apr 2011 20,061 miles

Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Apr 2010 16,444 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 12,775 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2008 8,952 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 26 Mar 2007 4,717 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2006 937 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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ELG 271X is a 1982 Land Rover 109 in Blue with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

Across all 1982 Land Rover 109 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.7% with a typical mileage of 55,617 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 ELG 271X, 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 44 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 ELG 271X registered?

ELG 271X is a 1982 Land Rover 109, first registered on 1 March 1982.

Is ELG 271X safe to buy?

The MOT history for ELG 271X shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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