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FMM 962J

1970 Land Rover Series

Blue Petrol 2286cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2019
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

27,043 mi
Last recorded27,043 miles
Recorded on10 May 2018
Typical for 1970 Land Rover Series36,440 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFMM 962J
MakeLand Rover
ModelSeries
Year1970
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,286cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 May 2018 27,043 miles
Fail 10 May 2018 27,043 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 24 Apr 2017 26,996 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2017 26,996 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Offside Front Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 8 Aug 2015 26,898 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 26,773 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2013 26,571 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2012 26,034 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 14 Jul 2008 25,426 miles

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

extensive welding carried out

smokey

Pass 3 Jul 2007 25,183 miles

n/s chassis corroding o/s chassis corroding and untidy welding repairs that are heavy undersealed

Fail 15 Jun 2007 25,180 miles

Bonnet retaining device ineffective (8.4.2)

Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Nearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)

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

Pass 14 Jun 2006 24,777 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2006 24,777 miles

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

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

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

under body rusting

Pass 7 Jul 2005 24,777 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2005 24,777 miles

Centre Brake lever has abnormal movement of levers indicating excessive wear (3.5.1f)

Centre Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Leaf spring anchor bracket corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.B.6d)

Nearside Front Steering locking device insecure (2.2.C.1g)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Leaf spring anchor bracket corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.B.6d)

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

How Reliable is the Land Rover Series?

Based on 2,274 MOT tests across 196 vehicles.

69.6%
Pass Rate
504
Miles/Year
66
Year Lifespan
196
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 134
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 130
Stop lamp not working 106
Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush 92
position lamp(s) not working 78
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FMM 962J is a 1970 Land Rover Series in Blue with a 2,286cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1970 Land Rover Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.0% with a typical mileage of 36,440 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 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 134 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FMM 962J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Land Rover Series typically stays on UK roads for around 66 years. At 56 years old, this Land Rover Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FMM 962J registered?

FMM 962J is a 1970 Land Rover Series, first registered on 25 November 1970.

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