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OFO 975

1972 Land Rover SWB

Beige Petrol 2286cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2018
Tests18 (10 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

8,810 mi
Last recorded8,810 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2017
Typical for 1972 Land Rover SWB62,309 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOFO 975
MakeLand Rover
ModelSWB
Year1972
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,286cc

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MOT History

10 pass 8 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2017 8,810 miles

Nearside Front Outer tyre perishing on outer wall

Nearside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Offside Front Outer tyre prishing on outer wall

Offside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Offside Rear Outer tyre perishing on outer wall

Fail 24 Mar 2017 8,810 miles

Driver's door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a)

Driver's door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a)

Front passenger door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working side light (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Outer tyre perishing on outer wall

Offside Front Outer tyre prishing on outer wall

Offside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Offside Rear Leaf spring modified but not seriously weakened (2.4.A.2)

Offside Rear Outer tyre perishing on outer wall

Fail 9 Mar 2017 8,087 miles

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Lower a post has corrossion

Nearside Front Upper a post has coorosion

Nearside Front Upper bulk head has corrosion

Offside Front Lower a post has corrosion

Pass 8 Mar 2016 8,667 miles

Nearside Front door hinge supports becoming corroded

Offside Rear hub shows signs of axle leak

all four tyres becoming perished

Pass 2 Jun 2014 8,653 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.3.2b)

all four tyres becoming perished

Pass 18 Jun 2013 8,525 miles

all 4 tyres perishing

brake fluid level near minimum

fluid leak from offside rear hub

nearside rear outrigger corroding

Fail 17 Jun 2013 8,525 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

all 4 tyres perishing

brake fluid level near minimum

fluid leak from offside rear hub

nearside rear outrigger corroding

Pass 15 Jun 2012 8,439 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2012 8,439 miles

Driver's door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Fail 13 May 2011 8,420 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2011 8,420 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 8,232 miles
Fail 13 May 2010 8,232 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Pass 14 May 2009 7,818 miles
Fail 6 May 2009 7,818 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

o/s rear brake back plate oil/fluid leak!

Pass 12 May 2008 7,792 miles

front tyres perishing on outer sidewalls

no 'teller' on fog light switch

Pass 11 Jul 2006 7,439 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2006 7,439 miles

Centre Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Upper Steering locking device insecure (2.2.C.1g)

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

signs of fluid /oil leak from offside rear hub affecting brake performance

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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OFO 975 is a 1972 Land Rover SWB in Beige with a 2,286cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 1972 Land Rover SWB models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.4% with a typical mileage of 62,309 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 SWB fails its MOT is suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 263 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OFO 975, 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 54 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 OFO 975?

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What year was OFO 975 registered?

OFO 975 is a 1972 Land Rover SWB, first registered on 4 August 1972.

Is OFO 975 safe to buy?

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