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MFM 291P

1976 Land Rover Series 2

Green Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2018
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

56,670 mi
Last recorded56,670 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2017
Typical for 1976 Land Rover Series 260,952 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMFM 291P
MakeLand Rover
ModelSeries 2
Year1976
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2017 56,670 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2016 56,670 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2015 56,670 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2014 55,777 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 54,363 miles

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

cracks in offside front tyre

undersealed at time of test

windscreen not fitted at time of test

wipers not fitted at time of test

Fail 11 Jul 2013 54,363 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

cracks in offside front tyre

windscreen not fitted at time of test

wipers not fitted at time of test

Pass 29 May 2012 54,339 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 29 Jun 2007 49,558 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2006 49,559 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2006 49,558 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Rear Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

How Reliable is the Land Rover Series 2?

Based on 8,346 MOT tests across 849 vehicles.

72.1%
Pass Rate
425
Miles/Year
68
Year Lifespan
849
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 526
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 365
Stop lamp not working 310
position lamp(s) not working 293
Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush 266
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MFM 291P is a 1976 Land Rover Series 2 in Green with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1976 Land Rover Series 2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.0% with a typical mileage of 60,952 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Land Rover Series 2 fails its MOT is suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 526 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MFM 291P, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Land Rover Series 2 typically stays on UK roads for around 68 years. At 50 years old, this Land Rover Series 2 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of MFM 291P?

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What year was MFM 291P registered?

MFM 291P is a 1976 Land Rover Series 2, first registered on 25 February 1976.

Is MFM 291P safe to buy?

The MOT history for MFM 291P shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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