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NFM 618J

1971 Land Rover SWB

Blue Petrol 2286cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2018
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

62,635 mi
Last recorded62,635 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2017
Typical for 1971 Land Rover SWB50,566 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNFM 618J
MakeLand Rover
ModelSWB
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,286cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2017 62,635 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2016 61,357 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2015 60,595 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 59,489 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2013 57,791 miles

Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 2 Apr 2013 57,791 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Pass 16 Apr 2012 56,845 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 55,799 miles

Indicator switch poor in operation

Fail 23 Mar 2011 55,795 miles

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Indicator switch poor in operation

Pass 15 Mar 2010 54,236 miles

indicator switch poor in operation

nearside and offside front axel spherical ends becoming corroded

nearside front brake binding slightly

Fail 12 Mar 2010 54,233 miles

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

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

indicator switch poor in operation

nearside and offside front axel spherical ends becoming corroded

nearside front brake binding slightly

Pass 3 Feb 2009 51,792 miles

drivers seatbelt lacks efective adjustment now new seat has been fitted [it is too short]

nearside rear brake binding slightly

operation of nearside indicator switch could be better

Pass 14 Jan 2008 50,568 miles

nearside front brake binding slightly

slight play at nearside and offside rear wheel bearings

Fail 11 Jan 2008 50,565 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

nearside front brake binding slightly

slight play at nearside and offside rear wheel bearings

Pass 24 Jan 2007 49,733 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

slight corrosion at rear of offside chassiss

Pass 17 Jan 2006 48,716 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2006 48,716 miles

Offside Driver's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

How Reliable is the Land Rover SWB?

Based on 5,400 MOT tests across 556 vehicles.

72.7%
Pass Rate
475
Miles/Year
70
Year Lifespan
556
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 263
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 230
Stop lamp not working 208
Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush 148
position lamp(s) not working 145
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NFM 618J is a 1971 Land Rover SWB in Blue with a 2,286cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

Across all 1971 Land Rover SWB models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.6% with a typical mileage of 50,566 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same year.

The most common reason a Land Rover SWB fails its MOT is suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 263 recorded failures. If you're considering buying NFM 618J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Land Rover SWB typically stays on UK roads for around 70 years. At 55 years old, this Land Rover SWB is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of NFM 618J?

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What year was NFM 618J registered?

NFM 618J is a 1971 Land Rover SWB, first registered on 16 June 1971.

Is NFM 618J safe to buy?

The MOT history for NFM 618J shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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