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HWF 300D

1966 Land Rover SWB

Black Diesel 2286cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Sep 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

113,458 mi
Last recorded113,458 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2025
Typical for 1966 Land Rover SWB78,932 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHWF 300D
MakeLand Rover
ModelSWB
Year1966
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,286cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2025 113,458 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2024 111,555 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2023 109,517 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2022 107,343 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2021 105,554 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2020 103,802 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2019 102,263 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2018 100,932 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2017 99,793 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2016 99,231 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2015 98,458 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2014 97,392 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2013 96,557 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2012 95,206 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2011 93,993 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2011 93,987 miles

Nearside Front Body or chassis has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 7 Sep 2010 93,469 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2010 93,469 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Sep 2009 92,468 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2008 91,675 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2007 90,237 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2006 86,777 miles

Oil leak from rear diff

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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HWF 300D is a 1966 Land Rover SWB in Black with a 2,286cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1966 Land Rover SWB models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 78,932 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 HWF 300D, 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 60 years old, this Land Rover SWB is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of HWF 300D?

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What year was HWF 300D registered?

HWF 300D is a 1966 Land Rover SWB, first registered on 18 November 1966.

Is HWF 300D safe to buy?

The MOT history for HWF 300D shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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