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MBD 237K

1972 Land Rover Range Rover

Blue Petrol 3522cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2012
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

74,451 mi
Last recorded74,451 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2011
Typical for 1972 Land Rover Range Rover61,941 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMBD 237K
MakeLand Rover
ModelRange Rover
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,522cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2011 74,451 miles

O/S/F and rear axle bump stops missing

Oil leak

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 30 Jul 2010 74,122 miles

Oil leak

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Tow bar wiring loose

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

o/s/f and rear axle bump stops missing

Fail 20 Jul 2010 74,118 miles

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

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Tow bar wiring loose

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

o/s/f and rear axle bump stops missing

Pass 24 Jul 2009 74,012 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2007 73,892 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

Pass 11 Dec 2006 73,448 miles

How Reliable is the Land Rover Range Rover?

Based on 2,072,334 MOT tests across 178,266 vehicles.

77.9%
Pass Rate
6,020
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
178,266
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 63,439
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 31,185
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 26,735
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 26,213
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 21,118
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MBD 237K is a 1972 Land Rover Range Rover in Blue with a 3,522cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1972 Land Rover Range Rover models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.2% with a typical mileage of 61,941 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Land Rover Range Rover fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 63,439 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MBD 237K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Land Rover Range Rover typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 54 years old, this Land Rover Range Rover is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MBD 237K registered?

MBD 237K is a 1972 Land Rover Range Rover, first registered on 1 February 1972.

Is MBD 237K safe to buy?

The MOT history for MBD 237K shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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