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KCG 269S

1978 Land Rover SWB

Green Petrol 2286cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2019
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

12,353 mi
Last recorded12,353 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2018
Typical for 1978 Land Rover SWB37,000 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKCG 269S
MakeLand Rover
ModelSWB
Year1978
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,286cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2018 12,353 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2016 12,074 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2014 12,002 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

both rear tyres perished

extensive welding repairs noted to chassis

inner edge of spare tyre perished and splitting

Pass 11 Jun 2013 11,726 miles

both rear tyre outer sidewalls perished

extensive welding repairs made to chassis

inner edge of spare tyre perished and splitting

Pass 25 May 2012 11,470 miles

both rear tyre treads and sidewalls perished

extensive welding repairs made to under vehicle

some noise from ns rear wheel bearing

Pass 17 Aug 2010 11,129 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

battery insecure in mounting

corrosion to front and centre exhaust sections

spare wheel tread and sidewall perished

various welding repairs made to chassis

Fail 17 Aug 2010 11,129 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

battery insecure in mounting

corrosion to front and centre exhaust sections

spare wheel tread and sidewall perished

various welding repairs made to chassis

Pass 8 Jun 2009 10,989 miles

Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

battery insecure in mounting

corrosion to ns front chassis near front spring mounting

some corrosion to os front metal brake pipe

various welding repairs made to chassis

Pass 19 May 2008 10,795 miles

battery insecure in mounting

corrosion to rear exhaust silencer and slight blow

general welding repairs made to chassis

some play in steering box

some wear in both front and rear lower shock absorber bushes

Pass 18 Apr 2007 10,134 miles

os rear lower shock absorber bush worn †corrosion to exhaust system †advanced welding repairs made to under vehicle

Pass 2 Mar 2006 9,706 miles

both rear shock absorbers leaking oil general chassis repairs noted

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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KCG 269S is a 1978 Land Rover SWB in Green with a 2,286cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1978 Land Rover SWB models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 37,000 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 KCG 269S, 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 48 years old, this Land Rover SWB is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of KCG 269S?

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What year was KCG 269S registered?

KCG 269S is a 1978 Land Rover SWB, first registered on 23 June 1978.

Is KCG 269S safe to buy?

The MOT history for KCG 269S shows 11 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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