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HTW 523H

1970 Land Rover Series

Green Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2017
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

83,914 mi
Last recorded83,914 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2016
Typical for 1970 Land Rover Series36,440 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHTW 523H
MakeLand Rover
ModelSeries
Year1970
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2016 83,914 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2015 82,651 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2014 65,427 miles

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

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

n/s/f n/s/r and o/s/r tyres are cracking and splitting inbetween treads and sidewalls

Fail 10 Nov 2014 65,427 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Speedometer clearly inoperative (6.7.2)

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

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

n/s/f n/s/r and o/s/r tyres are cracking and splitting inbetween treads and sidewalls

Pass 3 Sep 2013 65,427 miles

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

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

Prop-shaft universal joint worn

Fail 2 Sep 2013 65,427 miles

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

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

Prop-shaft universal joint worn

Pass 8 Dec 2011 65,427 miles

Oil leak

Rear Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)

Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 7 Dec 2010 65,427 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)

Fail 6 Dec 2010 65,427 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)

Pass 28 Feb 2009 65,427 miles

Front number plate cracked but still visable to road users

Service brake juddering slightly (3.7.C.2)

Slight wear in the steering box mounting?

Fail 28 Feb 2009 65,427 miles

Front number plate cracked but still visable to road users

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Service brake juddering slightly (3.7.C.2)

Slight wear in the steering box mounting?

Pass 6 Dec 2007 65,427 miles

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

Nearside Front Upper Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Propshaft component defective

Pass 20 Nov 2006 44,515 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2006 44,515 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

How Reliable is the Land Rover Series?

Based on 2,274 MOT tests across 196 vehicles.

69.6%
Pass Rate
504
Miles/Year
66
Year Lifespan
196
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 134
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 130
Stop lamp not working 106
Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush 92
position lamp(s) not working 78
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HTW 523H is a 1970 Land Rover Series in Green with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 1970 Land Rover Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.0% with a typical mileage of 36,440 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 Series fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 134 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HTW 523H, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Land Rover Series typically stays on UK roads for around 66 years. At 56 years old, this Land Rover Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HTW 523H registered?

HTW 523H is a 1970 Land Rover Series, first registered on 26 March 1970.

Is HTW 523H safe to buy?

The MOT history for HTW 523H shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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