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POB 358R

1977 Land Rover 109

Green Diesel 2286cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2015
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

19,508 mi
Last recorded19,508 miles
Recorded on15 May 2014
Typical for 1977 Land Rover 10951,621 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPOB 358R
MakeLand Rover
Model109
Year1977
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,286cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 May 2014 19,508 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Steering component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.2.C.1h)

all 4 leaf springs corroded (red rust) but still serviceable

both rear shock absorbers corroded not resulting in any leakage

fuel tank corroded

n/s front boddy mount corroded

n/s front door corroded

n/s rear chassis corroded

o/s front inner wheel arch corroded

o/s rear chassis corroded

Fail 7 May 2014 19,479 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Steering component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.2.C.1h)

all 4 leaf springs corroded (red rust) but still serviceable

both rear shock absorbers corroded not resulting in any leakage

fuel tank corroded

n/s front boddy mount corroded

n/s front door corroded

n/s rear chassis corroded

o/s front door corroded

o/s front inner wheel arch corroded

o/s rear chassis corroded

Pass 21 Aug 2013 19,116 miles

Oil leak

chassis has many areas of slight corrosion

exhaust is broken towards the rear

unable to carry out smoke test due to broken exhaust

Fail 21 Aug 2013 19,116 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b) DANGEROUS

Oil leak

chassis has many areas of slight corrosion

exhaust is broken towards the rear

unable to carry out smoke test due to broken exhaust

Pass 25 Jul 2012 18,021 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2012 18,020 miles

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

Pass 21 Jul 2011 15,613 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2011 15,613 miles

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

Pass 7 Jul 2010 11,894 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2009 9,066 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2008 5,687 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2007 581 miles

How Reliable is the Land Rover 109?

Based on 34,711 MOT tests across 4,632 vehicles.

70.2%
Pass Rate
625
Miles/Year
66
Year Lifespan
4,632
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 2,564
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 1,754
Stop lamp not working 1,452
Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 1,166
position lamp(s) not working 1,056
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POB 358R is a 1977 Land Rover 109 in Green with a 2,286cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1977 Land Rover 109 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.5% with a typical mileage of 51,621 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Land Rover 109 fails its MOT is suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 2,564 recorded failures. If you're considering buying POB 358R, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Land Rover 109 typically stays on UK roads for around 66 years. At 49 years old, this Land Rover 109 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was POB 358R registered?

POB 358R is a 1977 Land Rover 109, first registered on 23 March 1977.

Is POB 358R safe to buy?

The MOT history for POB 358R shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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