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KFO 209

1981 Land Rover Series 1

Green Petrol 2286cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jun 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

14,372 mi
Last recorded14,372 miles
Recorded on27 May 2026
Typical for 1981 Land Rover Series 116,545 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKFO 209
MakeLand Rover
ModelSeries 1
Year1981
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,286cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 May 2026 14,372 miles
Pass 14 May 2025 14,177 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2024 14,099 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2023 13,972 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2022 13,914 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2021 13,829 miles

Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Apr 2020 13,744 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2019 13,666 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 13,569 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 13,484 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 13,344 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 13,193 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 12,987 miles
Pass 15 May 2013 12,684 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 12,532 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 12,247 miles
Pass 13 May 2010 11,906 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 11,689 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2009 11,689 miles

Nearside Rear brake drum contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)

Pass 28 Apr 2008 11,391 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2007 11,023 miles
Pass 16 May 2006 90,808 miles

How Reliable is the Land Rover Series 1?

Based on 6,199 MOT tests across 842 vehicles.

77.9%
Pass Rate
302
Miles/Year
77
Year Lifespan
842
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 176
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 176
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 168
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 146
brake binding 124
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KFO 209 is a 1981 Land Rover Series 1 in Green with a 2,286cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

Across all 1981 Land Rover Series 1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 16,545 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Land Rover Series 1 fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 176 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KFO 209, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Land Rover Series 1 typically stays on UK roads for around 77 years. At 45 years old, this Land Rover Series 1 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of KFO 209?

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What year was KFO 209 registered?

KFO 209 is a 1981 Land Rover Series 1, first registered on 1 September 1981.

Is KFO 209 safe to buy?

The MOT history for KFO 209 shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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