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FBX 255

1949 Land Rover Series 1

Green Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2010
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

46,973 mi
Last recorded46,973 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2009
Typical for 1949 Land Rover Series 121,553 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFBX 255
MakeLand Rover
ModelSeries 1
Year1949
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 9 Jul 2009 46,973 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2008 46,960 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2007 46,900 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2006 46,384 miles

How Reliable is the Land Rover Series 1?

Based on 6,199 MOT tests across 842 vehicles.

77.9%
Pass Rate
302
Miles/Year
77
Year Lifespan
842
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 176
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 176
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 168
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 146
brake binding 124
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FBX 255 is a 1949 Land Rover Series 1 in Green with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1949 Land Rover Series 1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.8% with a typical mileage of 21,553 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Land Rover Series 1 fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 176 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FBX 255, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Land Rover Series 1 typically stays on UK roads for around 77 years. At 77 years old, this Land Rover Series 1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FBX 255?

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What year was FBX 255 registered?

FBX 255 is a 1949 Land Rover Series 1, first registered on 1 July 1949.

Is FBX 255 safe to buy?

The MOT history for FBX 255 shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FBX 255 have outstanding finance?

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