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IHZ 8979

1996 Land Rover Range Rover

Black Petrol 4554cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2016
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

134,110 mi
Last recorded134,110 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2015
Typical for 1996 Land Rover Range Rover128,692 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationIHZ 8979
MakeLand Rover
ModelRange Rover
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,554cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2015 134,110 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 130,449 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2014 130,423 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b) DANGEROUS

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Oil leak

Pass 27 Jul 2013 127,110 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 27 Jul 2012 123,082 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

slight corrosion on chassis

slight corrosion on front to rear brake pipes

Pass 29 Jul 2011 118,975 miles

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

Pass 31 Aug 2010 113,991 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2010 113,858 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 14 Aug 2009 108,262 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 8 Aug 2008 103,978 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2007 99,902 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 24 Jul 2006 97,637 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2006 95,244 miles

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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IHZ 8979 is a 1996 Land Rover Range Rover in Black with a 4,554cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1996 Land Rover Range Rover models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.1% with a typical mileage of 128,692 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 IHZ 8979, 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 30 years old, this Land Rover Range Rover is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was IHZ 8979 registered?

IHZ 8979 is a 1996 Land Rover Range Rover, first registered on 10 May 1996.

Is IHZ 8979 safe to buy?

The MOT history for IHZ 8979 shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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