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HFG 719T

1978 Land Rover Range Rover

Beige Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2023
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

85,378 mi
Last recorded85,378 miles
Recorded on16 May 2022
Typical for 1978 Land Rover Range Rover54,104 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHFG 719T
MakeLand Rover
ModelRange Rover
Year1978
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 May 2022 85,378 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2022 85,366 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Steering component casing not properly attached steering damper mounting bushes excessilvly worn. (2.1.2 (a) (i))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Steering box slight leak on sector arm seal (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 4 Jan 2018 85,304 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2018 85,302 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 May 2016 85,261 miles

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 27 Apr 2016 85,251 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Centre Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Offside Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 29 Mar 2011 84,496 miles
Pass 22 May 2008 84,340 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2007 84,332 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Fail 9 Feb 2007 84,332 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

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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HFG 719T is a 1978 Land Rover Range Rover in Beige with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1978 Land Rover Range Rover models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.5% with a typical mileage of 54,104 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 HFG 719T, 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 48 years old, this Land Rover Range Rover is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of HFG 719T?

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What year was HFG 719T registered?

HFG 719T is a 1978 Land Rover Range Rover, first registered on 17 November 1978.

Is HFG 719T safe to buy?

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