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HHY 740L

1972 Land Rover 109

Black Lpg 2761cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Mar 2019
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

66,067 mi
Last recorded66,067 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2018
Typical for 1972 Land Rover 10955,334 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHHY 740L
MakeLand Rover
Model109
Year1972
ColourBlack
Fuel typeLpg
Engine2,761cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2018 66,067 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2017 64,994 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2016 63,141 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 61,344 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2014 59,682 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2013 57,607 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2011 57,402 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2010 53,836 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2010 53,836 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 8 Dec 2009 43,845 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2008 32,504 miles

raer brakes noted

Pass 14 Dec 2007 210,968 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2006 28,362 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2006 28,334 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has excessive side play at eye (anchor) (2.4.B.4)

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

Offside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Rear Leaf spring has excessive side play at eye (anchor) (2.4.B.4)

How Reliable is the Land Rover 109?

Based on 34,711 MOT tests across 4,632 vehicles.

70.2%
Pass Rate
625
Miles/Year
66
Year Lifespan
4,632
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 2,564
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 1,754
Stop lamp not working 1,452
Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 1,166
position lamp(s) not working 1,056
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HHY 740L is a 1972 Land Rover 109 in Black with a 2,761cc lpg engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1972 Land Rover 109 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.1% with a typical mileage of 55,334 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Land Rover 109 fails its MOT is suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 2,564 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HHY 740L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Land Rover 109 typically stays on UK roads for around 66 years. At 54 years old, this Land Rover 109 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HHY 740L registered?

HHY 740L is a 1972 Land Rover 109, first registered on 1 August 1972.

Is HHY 740L safe to buy?

The MOT history for HHY 740L shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HHY 740L have outstanding finance?

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