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EPX 24W

1981 Land Rover Lightweight

Green Petrol 2250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

47,678 mi
Last recorded47,678 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2014
Typical for 1981 Land Rover Lightweight30,509 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEPX 24W
MakeLand Rover
ModelLightweight
Year1981
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,250cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Fail 16 Jul 2014 47,678 miles

Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.6.C.3)

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

Nearside Rear front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Offside Front passenger door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a)

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

Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve movement (3.3.A.5) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Apr 2012 46,739 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 45,576 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 44,399 miles

p/s + d/s floor/footwell corroded - not excess at time of test!

Pass 28 Apr 2009 42,869 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2009 42,869 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

n/s/f footwell corroded

Pass 21 Apr 2008 41,623 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2007 41,530 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 41,362 miles

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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EPX 24W is a 1981 Land Rover Lightweight in Green with a 2,250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1981 Land Rover Lightweight models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.2% with a typical mileage of 30,509 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 EPX 24W, 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 45 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 EPX 24W registered?

EPX 24W is a 1981 Land Rover Lightweight, first registered on 4 June 1981.

Is EPX 24W safe to buy?

The MOT history for EPX 24W shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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