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EWD 883C

1965 Land Rover Series 2 A

Blue Diesel 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Oct 2018
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

6,938 mi
Last recorded6,938 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2017
Typical for 1965 Land Rover Series 2 A31,721 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEWD 883C
MakeLand Rover
ModelSeries 2 A
Year1965
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,000cc
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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2017 6,938 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2016 5,034 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2015 2,938 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

ns windscreen has scratches in

oil leak

Pass 22 Oct 2014 581 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2014 513 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Exhaust emits clearly visible black smoke during acceleration (7.4.A2)

Pass 12 Oct 2013 37,681 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2013 37,648 miles

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)

Fail 20 Oct 2012 36,261 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

nsr tyre has cut on inside side wall

Pass 20 Oct 2012 36,261 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

nsr tyre has cut on inside side wall

Pass 12 Oct 2011 35,307 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 3 Dec 2010 33,830 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2009 31,736 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 27 Nov 2009 31,721 miles

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

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Oil leak

Fail 19 Nov 2009 31,692 miles

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

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

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

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

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Oil leak

Pass 26 Nov 2008 30,551 miles

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 21 Nov 2008 30,551 miles

Exhaust emits clearly visible black smoke during acceleration (7.4.A2)

Nearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 2 Nov 2007 29,436 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2006 28,256 miles

gearbox has an oil leak

How Reliable is the Land Rover Series 2 A?

Based on 1,003 MOT tests across 102 vehicles.

76.4%
Pass Rate
457
Miles/Year
64
Year Lifespan
102
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 65
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 30
Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush 27
brake binding 22
Stop lamp not working 22
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EWD 883C is a 1965 Land Rover Series 2 A in Blue with a 2,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1965 Land Rover Series 2 A models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.6% with a typical mileage of 31,721 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 Series 2 A fails its MOT is suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 65 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EWD 883C, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Land Rover Series 2 A typically stays on UK roads for around 64 years. At 61 years old, this Land Rover Series 2 A is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EWD 883C registered?

EWD 883C is a 1965 Land Rover Series 2 A, first registered on 24 June 1965.

Is EWD 883C safe to buy?

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