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MIL 2857

1972 Land Rover Range Rover

Green Lpg 3900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2016
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

131,262 mi
Last recorded131,262 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2015
Typical for 1972 Land Rover Range Rover61,941 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMIL 2857
MakeLand Rover
ModelRange Rover
Year1972
ColourGreen
Fuel typeLpg
Engine3,900cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2015 131,262 miles

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

oil leak from engine

Pass 24 Sep 2014 129,637 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2013 125,818 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2013 125,818 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 17 Sep 2012 122,556 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2011 118,438 miles

headlight reflectors starting to corrode

slight play in steering box drop arm joint

Pass 21 Sep 2010 11,492 miles

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

off side front sill end inner face starting to corrode

off side rear disc pads getting low

Pass 24 Sep 2009 112,752 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2008 124,596 miles

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

exhaust front pipe clamps missing

handbrake action is "spongy"

nearside rear inner arch by sills very poor

offside headlamp is condensated

steering "knotchy"

Fail 12 Aug 2008 124,579 miles

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

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

Outer Panhard rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Outer Rear Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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

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

both exhaust front pipe clamps missing

both rear inner arches (inside door ) holed and corroded

both sides rear inner sills to body mounts very poor and corroded

condensation in offside headlamp

handbrake action feels "spongy"

nearside front driving lamp not working

running on gas

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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MIL 2857 is a 1972 Land Rover Range Rover in Green with a 3,900cc lpg engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 MIL 2857, 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

How do I check the history of MIL 2857?

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What year was MIL 2857 registered?

MIL 2857 is a 1972 Land Rover Range Rover, first registered on 1 October 1972.

Is MIL 2857 safe to buy?

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