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MBA 62V

1979 Land Rover SWB

Green Petrol 2286cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2014
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

71,075 mi
Last recorded71,075 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2014
Typical for 1979 Land Rover SWB60,318 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMBA 62V
MakeLand Rover
ModelSWB
Year1979
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,286cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Fail 12 Jul 2014 71,075 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Service brake is causing the vehicle to swerve to the nearside (3.7.C.2)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

7.50/16c

all four suspension leaf springs worn / corroded (advise replacement)

engine running rough/ missfire

free play in both front wheel bearings

free play in nearside front upper swivel pin

nearside front swivel houseing deteriorated

offside front suspension bump stop missing

offside front track rod end worn (advise replacement)

rear suspension bump stops missing

Pass 2 Jul 2013
Fail 3 Jun 2013

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

brakes passed but oil leaking from rear brake drums

Pass 22 May 2012 69,790 miles

chassis corroded veriouse places been welded

Pass 16 Jun 2010 65,386 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2010 65,381 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Offside Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.6.C.3)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)

registration plate fitted to the front does not have black characters on a white background (6.3.2a)

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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MBA 62V is a 1979 Land Rover SWB in Green with a 2,286cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1979 Land Rover SWB models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.7% with a typical mileage of 60,318 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 SWB fails its MOT is suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 263 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MBA 62V, 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 47 years old, this Land Rover SWB is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MBA 62V registered?

MBA 62V is a 1979 Land Rover SWB, first registered on 1 August 1979.

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