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LWU 916V

1980 Land Rover 2A

Blue Petrol 2250cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jan 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

71,011 mi
Last recorded71,011 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2026
Typical for 1980 Land Rover 2A42,896 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLWU 916V
MakeLand Rover
Model2A
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,250cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 16 Jan 2026 71,011 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2025 70,176 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2024 69,149 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2023 68,239 miles

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

Pass 24 Jan 2022 67,558 miles

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

Pass 20 Jan 2021 66,950 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2020 66,529 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2019 65,521 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2018 64,155 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2016 62,192 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2016 60,156 miles

Oil leak

Pass 9 Jan 2015 58,333 miles

Oil leak

Pass 9 Jan 2014 56,730 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

Play in steering box

Pass 9 Jan 2013 55,299 miles

rear silencer corroded

slight play in steering box

Pass 15 Dec 2011 53,945 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2011 51,721 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2010 49,612 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2009 47,653 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2008 46,256 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2007 44,187 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2006 41,761 miles

How Reliable is the Land Rover 2A?

Based on 4,860 MOT tests across 474 vehicles.

77.8%
Pass Rate
539
Miles/Year
66
Year Lifespan
474
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 226
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 150
Stop lamp not working 127
brake binding 111
position lamp(s) not working 107
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LWU 916V is a 1980 Land Rover 2A in Blue with a 2,250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1980 Land Rover 2A models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.3% with a typical mileage of 42,896 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Land Rover 2A fails its MOT is suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 226 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LWU 916V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Land Rover 2A typically stays on UK roads for around 66 years. At 46 years old, this Land Rover 2A is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LWU 916V?

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What year was LWU 916V registered?

LWU 916V is a 1980 Land Rover 2A, first registered on 1 May 1980.

Is LWU 916V safe to buy?

The MOT history for LWU 916V shows 21 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LWU 916V have outstanding finance?

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