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KIG 7873

1970 Land Rover SWB

Blue Diesel 2286cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2022
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

112,436 mi
Last recorded112,436 miles
Recorded on4 May 2021
Typical for 1970 Land Rover SWB45,034 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKIG 7873
MakeLand Rover
ModelSWB
Year1970
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,286cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 May 2021 112,436 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to Rear up to Flexi at Rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 31 Jan 2019 42,235 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2017 25,596 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 25,445 miles

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

Pass 24 Mar 2015 25,068 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2014 24,295 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2013 228,364 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2012 21,622 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 9 Feb 2012 21,622 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 11 Jan 2011 20,700 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2010 62,493 miles

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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KIG 7873 is a 1970 Land Rover SWB in Blue with a 2,286cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1970 Land Rover SWB models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.9% with a typical mileage of 45,034 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 KIG 7873, 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 56 years old, this Land Rover SWB is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KIG 7873 registered?

KIG 7873 is a 1970 Land Rover SWB, first registered on 6 February 1970.

Is KIG 7873 safe to buy?

The MOT history for KIG 7873 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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