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FBY 525H

1980 Land Rover 109

Red Diesel 2286cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2017
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

10,651 mi
Last recorded10,651 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2016
Typical for 1980 Land Rover 10952,765 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFBY 525H
MakeLand Rover
Model109
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,286cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 19 Nov 2016 10,651 miles

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 19 Nov 2015 10,408 miles

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

Offside Front Leaf spring has slight side play at eye (anchor) (2.4.B.4)

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

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 7 Oct 2014 10,003 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2013 9,421 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

Pass 22 Dec 2011 9,377 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2010 8,437 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2009 7,128 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2008 5,060 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2007 4,019 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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FBY 525H is a 1980 Land Rover 109 in Red with a 2,286cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1980 Land Rover 109 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.6% with a typical mileage of 52,765 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 FBY 525H, 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 46 years old, this Land Rover 109 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FBY 525H registered?

FBY 525H is a 1980 Land Rover 109, first registered on 25 June 1980.

Is FBY 525H safe to buy?

The MOT history for FBY 525H shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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