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ESK 143

1961 Land Rover 109

Green Diesel 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jan 2021
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

50,999 mi
Last recorded50,999 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2020
Typical for 1961 Land Rover 10954,576 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationESK 143
MakeLand Rover
Model109
Year1961
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2020 50,999 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2019 50,637 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2019 50,580 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is deformed and structural rigidity is significantly reduced previous welding not complete (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Oil leaking continuously from engine posing a serious risk to road safety (8.4.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Jan 2018 50,413 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2017 50,088 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2016 49,638 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2015 49,030 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2015 49,007 miles

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is damaged, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Pass 8 Jan 2014 48,286 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2014 48,254 miles

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

Pass 2 Jan 2013 47,660 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2012 46,646 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2011 45,876 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2010 45,860 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Jan 2010 45,214 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2008 43,818 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2008 41,698 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Jan 2007 39,085 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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ESK 143 is a 1961 Land Rover 109 in Green with a 2,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1961 Land Rover 109 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.4% with a typical mileage of 54,576 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 ESK 143, 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 65 years old, this Land Rover 109 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was ESK 143 registered?

ESK 143 is a 1961 Land Rover 109, first registered on 31 December 1961.

Is ESK 143 safe to buy?

The MOT history for ESK 143 shows 18 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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