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MTM 851

1954 Land Rover Series 1

Green Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2022
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

40,872 mi
Last recorded40,872 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2021
Typical for 1954 Land Rover Series 155,802 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMTM 851
MakeLand Rover
ModelSeries 1
Year1954
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc
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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 23 Apr 2021 40,872 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 40,590 miles

chassis has surface corrosion throughout

corrosion to steering tubes

front and rear tyres starting to perish

How Reliable is the Land Rover Series 1?

Based on 6,199 MOT tests across 842 vehicles.

77.9%
Pass Rate
302
Miles/Year
77
Year Lifespan
842
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 176
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 176
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 168
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 146
brake binding 124
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MTM 851 is a 1954 Land Rover Series 1 in Green with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1954 Land Rover Series 1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.3% with a typical mileage of 55,802 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Land Rover Series 1 fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 176 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MTM 851, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Land Rover Series 1 typically stays on UK roads for around 77 years. At 72 years old, this Land Rover Series 1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of MTM 851?

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What year was MTM 851 registered?

MTM 851 is a 1954 Land Rover Series 1, first registered on 22 February 1954.

Is MTM 851 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MTM 851 shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MTM 851 have outstanding finance?

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