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FAD 720L

1971 Land Rover SWB

Green Petrol 2286cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2021
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

99,013 mi
Last recorded99,013 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2020
Typical for 1971 Land Rover SWB50,566 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFAD 720L
MakeLand Rover
ModelSWB
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,286cc
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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2020 99,013 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2019 98,916 miles

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced spring mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 17 Jul 2019 98,916 miles

Central Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.1.2 (e) (i))

Central Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced ns (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced spring mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 26 Jul 2018 98,749 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jul 2017 98,674 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2016 98,466 miles

rear body cross member corroded

Fail 28 Jul 2016 98,466 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

rear body cross member corroded

Pass 15 Jul 2015 98,298 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

rear body crossmember corroded

Pass 8 Jul 2014 97,894 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2013 97,760 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 23 Jul 2012 97,443 miles

Slight corrosion on rear floor

Pass 7 Sep 2011 97,336 miles

How Reliable is the Land Rover SWB?

Based on 5,400 MOT tests across 556 vehicles.

72.7%
Pass Rate
475
Miles/Year
70
Year Lifespan
556
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 263
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 230
Stop lamp not working 208
Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush 148
position lamp(s) not working 145
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FAD 720L is a 1971 Land Rover SWB in Green with a 2,286cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1971 Land Rover SWB models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.6% with a typical mileage of 50,566 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Land Rover SWB fails its MOT is suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 263 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FAD 720L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Land Rover SWB typically stays on UK roads for around 70 years. At 55 years old, this Land Rover SWB is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was FAD 720L registered?

FAD 720L is a 1971 Land Rover SWB, first registered on 1 July 1971.

Is FAD 720L safe to buy?

The MOT history for FAD 720L shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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