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HBW 126D

1966 Land Rover 2A

Green Petrol 2286cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

86,150 mi
Last recorded86,150 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2017
Typical for 1966 Land Rover 2A51,717 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHBW 126D
MakeLand Rover
Model2A
Year1966
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,286cc
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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2017 86,150 miles

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

Oil leak ()

slight corrosion too chassis

Pass 27 Jul 2016 84,436 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2015 79,584 miles

play in both rear propshaft u.js

Pass 23 Jul 2014 76,702 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2013 73,732 miles

Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Oil leak

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

rear exhaust rubbers perished and exhaust corroded

Pass 20 Jul 2012 71,172 miles

Offside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

o/s/f wheel bearing slight play

o/s/r hub slight iol leak

oil leak

rear brake imbalance

slight play n/s drag link end

Fail 19 Jul 2012 71,160 miles

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

o/s/f wheel bearing slight play

o/s/r hub slight iol leak

oil leak

rear brake imbalance

slight play n/s drag link end

Pass 6 Jul 2011 69,524 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2010 67,543 miles

engine oil leak

Pass 1 Jul 2009 65,268 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2008 63,551 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2007 61,157 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2006 58,899 miles

o/s front wheel bearing play

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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HBW 126D is a 1966 Land Rover 2A in Green with a 2,286cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1966 Land Rover 2A models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 51,717 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 HBW 126D, 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 60 years old, this Land Rover 2A is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HBW 126D registered?

HBW 126D is a 1966 Land Rover 2A, first registered on 28 January 1966.

Is HBW 126D safe to buy?

The MOT history for HBW 126D shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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