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LFR 566W

1999 Land Rover Lightweight

Green Diesel 2800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2022
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

42,989 mi
Last recorded42,989 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2021
Typical for 1999 Land Rover Lightweight43,176 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLFR 566W
MakeLand Rover
ModelLightweight
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,800cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2021 42,989 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 14 Aug 2020 42,884 miles

Central exhaust corroded

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jul 2019 42,761 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2018 42,624 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2018 42,624 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Upper Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn swivel (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Rear Towbar excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting crossmember (6.1.6 (i) (i))

Pass 18 Jul 2017 42,438 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2017 42,438 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear brake drum contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 28 Jun 2016 42,243 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 41,844 miles

Nearside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

Offside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 16 May 2014 41,619 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 41,291 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 40,808 miles
Fail 25 May 2012 40,808 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 May 2011 51,307 miles
Fail 5 May 2011 51,307 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Apr 2010 50,767 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Upper Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Oil leak

Pass 25 Nov 2008 50,720 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

Fail 18 Nov 2008 50,720 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Steering box has relative movement between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.2.B.1b)

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

Fail 7 Nov 2008 50,719 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

Pass 7 Mar 2007 49,179 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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LFR 566W is a 1999 Land Rover Lightweight in Green with a 2,800cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1999 Land Rover Lightweight models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.0% with a typical mileage of 43,176 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LFR 566W, 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 27 years old, this Land Rover Lightweight is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LFR 566W registered?

LFR 566W is a 1999 Land Rover Lightweight, first registered on 9 August 1999.

Is LFR 566W safe to buy?

The MOT history for LFR 566W shows 20 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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