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MHD 563W

1981 Land Rover Series 2A

Green Petrol 2250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

4,072 mi
Last recorded4,072 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2017
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMHD 563W
MakeLand Rover
ModelSeries 2A
Year1981
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,250cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2017 4,072 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2016 3,847 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Drag link end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Fail 29 Jul 2016 3,847 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

Offside Drag link end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 13 Aug 2015 3,799 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2014 3,673 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2013 3,565 miles

underside vehicle has been welded and undersealed on the chassis

Pass 20 Aug 2012 3,533 miles

OSR Brake backplate has an oily residue brake doesn't appear to be leaking

Fail 17 Aug 2012 3,533 miles

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

Nearside Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

OSR Brake backplate has an oily residue brake doesn't appear to be leaking

Pass 8 Aug 2011 3,474 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2009 3,430 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2009 3,429 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 22 Jul 2008 3,357 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2007 3,344 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2006 3,321 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2006 3,321 miles

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

How Reliable is the Land Rover Series 2A?

Based on 6,074 MOT tests across 626 vehicles.

74.3%
Pass Rate
515
Miles/Year
66
Year Lifespan
626
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 410
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 234
Stop lamp not working 191
Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush 144
Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 139
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MHD 563W is a 1981 Land Rover Series 2A in Green with a 2,250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

The most common reason a Land Rover Series 2A fails its MOT is suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 410 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MHD 563W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Land Rover Series 2A typically stays on UK roads for around 66 years. At 45 years old, this Land Rover Series 2A is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was MHD 563W registered?

MHD 563W is a 1981 Land Rover Series 2A, first registered on 1 April 1981.

Is MHD 563W safe to buy?

The MOT history for MHD 563W shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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