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GOE 913V

1979 Land Rover Lightweight

Green Petrol 2286cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2024
Tests22 (12 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

6,511 mi
Last recorded6,511 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2023
Typical for 1979 Land Rover Lightweight22,590 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGOE 913V
MakeLand Rover
ModelLightweight
Year1979
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,286cc

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MOT History

12 pass 10 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2023 6,511 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2023 6,511 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))

Pass 26 Jul 2017 6,511 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2017 6,511 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (8.1.2b)

Pass 29 Jul 2016 6,511 miles

Bulk head corroded

Pass 7 Aug 2015 6,511 miles

All brake pipes, unions and ferrules corroded

Oil leak

Fail 29 Jul 2015 6,511 miles

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

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

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

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

Offside Front Vehicle structure has a fracture which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

All brake pipes, unions and ferrules corroded

Oil leak

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 31 Jul 2014 6,513 miles

o/s front out rigger showing signs of corrosion.

Fail 30 Jul 2014 6,513 miles

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

Nearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

o/s front out rigger showing signs of corrosion.

Pass 26 Jul 2013 6,579 miles

N/S wing mirror glass damaged.

Pass 12 Jul 2012 6,511 miles

suspect very slight leak on fuel tank

Fail 11 Jul 2012 6,511 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

suspect very slight leak on fuel tank

Fail 1 Aug 2011 6,511 miles

Front Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Oil leak

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Slight corrosion to body struture and chassis of vehicle.

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 1 Aug 2011 6,511 miles

Front Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Slight corrosion to body struture and chassis of vehicle.

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 1 Jul 2010 6,511 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2010 6,511 miles

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

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 11 Nov 2008 6,511 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2008 6,511 miles

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (8.1.2b)

Offside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

offside rear hub seal leaking

Pass 16 Nov 2007 6,511 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2007 6,511 miles

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Front Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

Pass 9 Nov 2006 6,511 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2006 6,511 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

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

offside rear hub seal leaking slightly

oil leak from gearbox

How Reliable is the Land Rover Lightweight?

Based on 3,105 MOT tests across 289 vehicles.

73.6%
Pass Rate
455
Miles/Year
54
Year Lifespan
289
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 151
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 147
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 131
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 65
Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 64
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GOE 913V is a 1979 Land Rover Lightweight in Green with a 2,286cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

Across all 1979 Land Rover Lightweight models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.6% with a typical mileage of 22,590 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 Lightweight fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 151 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GOE 913V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Land Rover Lightweight typically stays on UK roads for around 54 years. At 47 years old, this Land Rover Lightweight is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GOE 913V registered?

GOE 913V is a 1979 Land Rover Lightweight, first registered on 31 December 1979.

Is GOE 913V safe to buy?

The MOT history for GOE 913V shows 22 tests with a 54.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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