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HDA 156J

1971 Land Rover 90

Green Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Nov 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

137,492 mi
Last recorded137,492 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2025
Typical for 1971 Land Rover 9066,102 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHDA 156J
MakeLand Rover
Model90
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2025 137,492 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2024 135,716 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2021 135,321 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2020 135,250 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2019 135,210 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 20 Jan 2018 135,042 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2017 134,410 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2016 131,718 miles

Nearside Rear brake discs slightly rusted

Offside Rear brake discs slightly rusted

Fail 27 Jan 2016 131,718 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play re-greased (2.2.B.1f)

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

Nearside Rear brake discs slightly rusted

Offside Rear brake discs slightly rusted

Pass 18 Jan 2014 128,962 miles

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

Pass 26 Jan 2013 126,417 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2012 122,583 miles

Intermediate drop arm damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

both front brake discs corroded

both rear brake discs corroded

Pass 5 Feb 2011 118,966 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2010 113,579 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2009 108,497 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2008 103,572 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2007 97,729 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2006 93,367 miles

How Reliable is the Land Rover 90?

Based on 13,974 MOT tests across 967 vehicles.

71.3%
Pass Rate
1,508
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
967
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 394
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 361
Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 320
position lamp(s) not working 318
Brake pipe excessively corroded 307
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HDA 156J is a 1971 Land Rover 90 in Green with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 1971 Land Rover 90 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.1% with a typical mileage of 66,102 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Land Rover 90 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 394 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HDA 156J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Land Rover 90 typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 55 years old, this Land Rover 90 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HDA 156J registered?

HDA 156J is a 1971 Land Rover 90, first registered on 13 July 1971.

Is HDA 156J safe to buy?

The MOT history for HDA 156J shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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