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FXC 865L

1973 Land Rover SWB

Blue Petrol 2250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2018
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

40,240 mi
Last recorded40,240 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2017
Typical for 1973 Land Rover SWB21,849 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFXC 865L
MakeLand Rover
ModelSWB
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,250cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2017 40,240 miles

nearside rear tyre slightly deteriorated on inner and outer sidewalls

slight imbalance on rear brakes (nearside slightly slower)

Pass 17 Nov 2016 40,160 miles

offside rear tyre slightly deteriorated on outer sidewall

wipers becoming poor

Pass 4 Nov 2015 40,032 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak.

Fail 5 Oct 2015 40,015 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak.

Pass 17 Oct 2014 39,811 miles

oil leak from oil filter housing

Fail 3 Oct 2014 39,811 miles

Nearside Front Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Offside Front Statutory seat belt of the wrong type. (5.1.1)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k) DANGEROUS

oil leak from oil filter housing

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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FXC 865L is a 1973 Land Rover SWB in Blue with a 2,250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1973 Land Rover SWB models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.9% with a typical mileage of 21,849 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 FXC 865L, 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 53 years old, this Land Rover SWB is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FXC 865L?

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What year was FXC 865L registered?

FXC 865L is a 1973 Land Rover SWB, first registered on 22 January 1973.

Is FXC 865L safe to buy?

The MOT history for FXC 865L shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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