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HSJ 251

1953 Land Rover SWB

Green Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

84,391 mi
Last recorded84,391 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2006
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHSJ 251
MakeLand Rover
ModelSWB
Year1953
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 2 Mar 2006 84,391 miles

How Reliable is the Land Rover SWB?

Based on 5,400 MOT tests across 556 vehicles.

72.7%
Pass Rate
475
Miles/Year
70
Year Lifespan
556
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 263
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 230
Stop lamp not working 208
Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush 148
position lamp(s) not working 145
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HSJ 251 is a 1953 Land Rover SWB in Green with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a Land Rover SWB fails its MOT is suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 263 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HSJ 251, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Land Rover SWB typically stays on UK roads for around 70 years. At 73 years old, this Land Rover SWB is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was HSJ 251 registered?

HSJ 251 is a 1953 Land Rover SWB, first registered on 5 May 1953.

Is HSJ 251 safe to buy?

The MOT history for HSJ 251 shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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