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GIW 9656

1986 Leyland Unknown

Green Diesel 2250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2026
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

54,209 mi
Last recorded54,209 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGIW 9656
MakeLeyland
ModelUnknown
Year1986
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,250cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Fail 7 Jul 2026 54,209 miles

Fluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Steering box has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel to the extent that safe steering is affected (steering box fitted) (2.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jun 2025 53,970 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2024 53,303 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2023 52,385 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Sep 2020 52,024 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Steering box slight play between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.1.3 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Aug 2019 51,734 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Sep 2018 51,200 miles

How Reliable is the Leyland Unknown?

Based on 334 MOT tests across 176 vehicles.

75.4%
Pass Rate
41
Year Lifespan
176
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 8
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 5
fog lamp not working 3
Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly 3
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GIW 9656 is a 1986 Leyland Unknown in Green with a 2,250cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

The most common reason a Leyland Unknown fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 8 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GIW 9656, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Leyland Unknown typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 40 years old, this Leyland Unknown is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GIW 9656 registered?

GIW 9656 is a 1986 Leyland Unknown, first registered on 1 August 1986.

Is GIW 9656 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GIW 9656 shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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