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KYA 898T

1978 Land Rover Lightweight

Green Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

33,671 mi
Last recorded33,671 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2019
Typical for 1978 Land Rover Lightweight38,514 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKYA 898T
MakeLand Rover
ModelLightweight
Year1978
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2019 33,671 miles

off side front brake binding

off side front tyre wearing unevenly

play in several steering joints / mechanism

Fail 24 Apr 2019 33,671 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

off side front brake binding

off side front tyre wearing unevenly

play in several steering joints / mechanism

Pass 23 Apr 2018 31,191 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 28,282 miles
Fail 9 May 2017 28,282 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 19 May 2016 25,244 miles
Pass 5 May 2015 22,122 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 19,339 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 15,537 miles

front tyres wearing down and deteriorating

some play in steering mechanism

some vertical play at both front wheels

wipers seem slow

Pass 14 May 2012 12,220 miles

near side front tyre wearing low

near side rear tyre wearing low in places and sidewall deteriorating

Pass 5 May 2011 8,531 miles
Pass 25 May 2010 5,499 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 3,373 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2008 2,995 miles
Pass 16 May 2007 595 miles

front shocks possibly leaking

rear leaf springs deteriorated

several areas of chassis/ body rusting or previously repaired

Pass 23 May 2006 70,009 miles

How Reliable is the Land Rover Lightweight?

Based on 3,105 MOT tests across 289 vehicles.

73.6%
Pass Rate
455
Miles/Year
54
Year Lifespan
289
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 151
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 147
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 131
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 65
Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 64
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KYA 898T is a 1978 Land Rover Lightweight in Green with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1978 Land Rover Lightweight models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.5% with a typical mileage of 38,514 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Land Rover Lightweight fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 151 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KYA 898T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Land Rover Lightweight typically stays on UK roads for around 54 years. At 48 years old, this Land Rover Lightweight is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KYA 898T registered?

KYA 898T is a 1978 Land Rover Lightweight, first registered on 31 December 1978.

Is KYA 898T safe to buy?

The MOT history for KYA 898T shows 16 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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