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FYD 204T

1979 Land Rover 2A

Green Petrol 2286cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2020
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

82,321 mi
Last recorded82,321 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2019
Typical for 1979 Land Rover 2A68,975 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFYD 204T
MakeLand Rover
Model2A
Year1979
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,286cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2019 82,321 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 2 Oct 2017 81,618 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Sep 2016 81,304 miles

Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 2 Oct 2015 81,077 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)

vehicle has age related corrosion to underside

Pass 2 Sep 2014 80,871 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

vehicle has some age related corrosion to underside

Pass 30 Sep 2013 80,675 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 28 Sep 2012 80,313 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2011 79,775 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2010 79,308 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 78,896 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2007 78,129 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2007 78,121 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring splayed and action impaired (2.4.B.1c)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Leaf spring splayed and action impaired (2.4.B.1c)

water pump leaking

slight play in offside front hub

How Reliable is the Land Rover 2A?

Based on 4,860 MOT tests across 474 vehicles.

77.8%
Pass Rate
539
Miles/Year
66
Year Lifespan
474
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 226
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 150
Stop lamp not working 127
brake binding 111
position lamp(s) not working 107
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FYD 204T is a 1979 Land Rover 2A in Green with a 2,286cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1979 Land Rover 2A models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 68,975 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Land Rover 2A fails its MOT is suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 226 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FYD 204T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Land Rover 2A typically stays on UK roads for around 66 years. At 47 years old, this Land Rover 2A is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FYD 204T?

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What year was FYD 204T registered?

FYD 204T is a 1979 Land Rover 2A, first registered on 1 January 1979.

Is FYD 204T safe to buy?

The MOT history for FYD 204T shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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