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GPB 648J

1971 Land Rover Range Rover

Grey Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2024
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

178,581 mi
Last recorded178,581 miles
Recorded on3 May 2023
Typical for 1971 Land Rover Range Rover63,260 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGPB 648J
MakeLand Rover
ModelRange Rover
Year1971
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 May 2023 178,581 miles

Front Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

both front swivel joints slight leak

Fail 25 Apr 2023 178,577 miles

Offside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill near body mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Steering box has excessive movement between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

both front swivel joints slight leak

Fail 3 Feb 2021 178,340 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis leg (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 6 Jun 2018 177,837 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both rear wheel arches (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both inner sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 4 Jun 2018 177,837 miles

Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Front Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Direction indicator missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Seat belt missing (7.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Seat belt missing (7.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed Side walls cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both rear wheel arches (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both inner sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 8 May 2012 177,832 miles

Oil leak

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

Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch

brake fluid/ warning light on ,brake fluid very low

handbrake lever stiff to use botton sticks sometimes may be ok atfer lub worked in

note vehicle very much modified brakes tested with rollers & tapley meter

side repeaters not fitted in front wings but part of front indicators

Fail 26 Apr 2012 177,832 miles

Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake lever insecure (3.1.3b)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Oil leak

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

Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch

brake fluid/ warning light on ,brake fluid very low

note vehicle very much modified brakes tested with rollers & tapley meter

side repeaters not fitted in front wings but part of front indicators

Pass 8 Apr 2011 177,502 miles

How Reliable is the Land Rover Range Rover?

Based on 2,072,334 MOT tests across 178,266 vehicles.

77.9%
Pass Rate
6,020
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
178,266
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 63,439
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 31,185
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 26,735
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 26,213
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 21,118
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GPB 648J is a 1971 Land Rover Range Rover in Grey with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1971 Land Rover Range Rover models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 63,260 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 Range Rover fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 63,439 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GPB 648J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Land Rover Range Rover typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 55 years old, this Land Rover Range Rover is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GPB 648J registered?

GPB 648J is a 1971 Land Rover Range Rover, first registered on 25 June 1971.

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