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KSJ 844

1956 Land Rover Series 1

Green Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2019
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

92,763 mi
Last recorded92,763 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2018
Typical for 1956 Land Rover Series 143,168 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKSJ 844
MakeLand Rover
ModelSeries 1
Year1956
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc
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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2018 92,763 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2018 92,759 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Headlamp not working on main beam both sides (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Leaf spring shackle bracket insecure retaining nuts missing (5.3.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper missing (3.4 (a))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released when position lamps on (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Jun 2012 92,721 miles

offside rear brake slightly damp

slight dampness at front hub seals

slight oil leak from engine and gear box

suspect lower hub mounts slightly loose

Pass 17 Jun 2011 92,620 miles

dampness on gearbox and transfer box

dampness on offside rear brake drum

dampness on tank

front prop shaft gaitor adrift

front prop shaft joint has slight play

Pass 28 Sep 2009 92,447 miles

nearside front wiper starting to tear

slight leaks from engine and gearbox

slight movement in handbrake lever

Pass 10 Oct 2008 92,340 miles

n/s/f wiper slow

o/s/f flexy close to wheel

slight coolant leak

washers weak

Pass 15 Oct 2007 92,201 miles

slight dampness on hubs

slight oil leak from filter housing

slight oil leak from transmission

slight play in wheel bearings

Pass 12 Oct 2006 92,064 miles

both frt hub seals slighty leaking.

metal brake pipe on front cross member slighty insecure.

offside headlamp beam pattern slighty distorted.

slight play in nearside front wheel bearing.

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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KSJ 844 is a 1956 Land Rover Series 1 in Green with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1956 Land Rover Series 1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.7% with a typical mileage of 43,168 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 KSJ 844, 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 70 years old, this Land Rover Series 1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KSJ 844 registered?

KSJ 844 is a 1956 Land Rover Series 1, first registered on 30 August 1956.

Is KSJ 844 safe to buy?

The MOT history for KSJ 844 shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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