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FPT 887C

1965 Land Rover SWB

Green Diesel 2225cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2016
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

21,537 mi
Last recorded21,537 miles
Recorded on2 May 2015
Typical for 1965 Land Rover SWB46,121 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFPT 887C
MakeLand Rover
ModelSWB
Year1965
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,225cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 2 May 2015 21,537 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2014 21,513 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2013 91,421 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2012 21,030 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2011 9,324 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2010 8,847 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 27 Jun 2007 8,739 miles
Pass 17 May 2006 9,231 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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FPT 887C is a 1965 Land Rover SWB in Green with a 2,225cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1965 Land Rover SWB models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.6% with a typical mileage of 46,121 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 FPT 887C, 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 61 years old, this Land Rover SWB is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FPT 887C?

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What year was FPT 887C registered?

FPT 887C is a 1965 Land Rover SWB, first registered on 7 January 1965.

Is FPT 887C safe to buy?

The MOT history for FPT 887C shows 8 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 FPT 887C have outstanding finance?

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