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OEU 159J

1980 Land Rover 2A

Green Petrol 2238cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jun 2027
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

60,912 mi
Last recorded60,912 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2026
Typical for 1980 Land Rover 2A42,896 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOEU 159J
MakeLand Rover
Model2A
Year1980
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,238cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2026 60,912 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2026 60,912 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Indicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Nov 2022 60,912 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2022 60,912 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 26 Jun 2017 60,764 miles

rear diff seal slight weep

slight bind on brakes

Pass 5 May 2016 60,631 miles

pitman arm splines require attention

Fail 5 May 2016 60,631 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

pitman arm splines require attention

Pass 6 May 2015 60,547 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2015 60,547 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 29 Jun 2011 60,519 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2010 60,431 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2008 60,307 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2007 60,090 miles

Oil leak

Fail 5 Sep 2007 60,088 miles

Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

engine and gearbox leaking oil

front and rear axles leaking oil

parking brake lever has very little reserve travel

rear tyres perished

Pass 26 Jul 2006 59,978 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2005 59,805 miles

driver and pasenger doors not fitted at time of test

How Reliable is the Land Rover 2A?

Based on 4,860 MOT tests across 474 vehicles.

77.8%
Pass Rate
539
Miles/Year
66
Year Lifespan
474
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 226
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 150
Stop lamp not working 127
brake binding 111
position lamp(s) not working 107
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OEU 159J is a 1980 Land Rover 2A in Green with a 2,238cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 1980 Land Rover 2A models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.3% with a typical mileage of 42,896 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Land Rover 2A fails its MOT is suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 226 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OEU 159J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Land Rover 2A typically stays on UK roads for around 66 years. At 46 years old, this Land Rover 2A is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of OEU 159J?

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What year was OEU 159J registered?

OEU 159J is a 1980 Land Rover 2A, first registered on 10 April 1980.

Is OEU 159J safe to buy?

The MOT history for OEU 159J shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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