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EPC 891V

1979 Land Rover Lightweight

Green Petrol 2286cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2009
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

78,946 mi
Last recorded78,946 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2009
Typical for 1979 Land Rover Lightweight22,590 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEPC 891V
MakeLand Rover
ModelLightweight
Year1979
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,286cc
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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Fail 20 Aug 2009 78,946 miles

Brake pedal creeps down when held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)

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

Nearside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside rear brake juddering severely (3.7.A.5b)

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

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

NSF tyre worn unevenly

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 9 Sep 2008 78,824 miles

Heavy surface corrosion to offside front outrigger

Indicator warning audible , tell tale light not operating

Nearside front tyre worn on inner edge

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Rear exhaust mounting heavily corroded

offside front inner wing corroded , not in prescribed area

Pass 6 Sep 2007 78,666 miles

Nearside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Offside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

offside front inner wheel arch corroded

offside rear shock absorber dust cover corroded

slight front brake imbalance

Fail 6 Sep 2007 78,661 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

front brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

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

Nearside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Offside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

offside front inner wheel arch corroded

offside rear shock absorber dust cover corroded

Fail 12 Sep 2006 78,440 miles

Both front inner wings slightly corroded

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside front tyre slightly perished

Nearside rear tyre slightly perished

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Sep 2006 78,440 miles

Both front inner wings slightly corroded

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Nearside front tyre slightly perished

Nearside rear tyre slightly perished

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Pass 14 Sep 2005 78,250 miles

NSF outrigger corroded

rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Fail 12 Sep 2005 78,244 miles

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

rear brake juddering severely (3.7.A.5b)

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

NSF outrigger corroded

front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

How Reliable is the Land Rover Lightweight?

Based on 3,105 MOT tests across 289 vehicles.

73.6%
Pass Rate
455
Miles/Year
54
Year Lifespan
289
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 151
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 147
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 131
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 65
Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 64
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EPC 891V is a 1979 Land Rover Lightweight in Green with a 2,286cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1979 Land Rover Lightweight models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.6% with a typical mileage of 22,590 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 Lightweight fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 151 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EPC 891V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Land Rover Lightweight typically stays on UK roads for around 54 years. At 47 years old, this Land Rover Lightweight is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EPC 891V registered?

EPC 891V is a 1979 Land Rover Lightweight, first registered on 1 August 1979.

Is EPC 891V safe to buy?

The MOT history for EPC 891V shows 8 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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