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PRC 159W

1981 Land Rover Lightweight

Green Petrol 2286cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

12,880 mi
Last recorded12,880 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2017
Typical for 1981 Land Rover Lightweight30,509 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPRC 159W
MakeLand Rover
ModelLightweight
Year1981
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,286cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2017 12,880 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 12,563 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2014 12,354 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 12,098 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 11,342 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 105,597 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2009 10,190 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 4 Apr 2009 10,190 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2008 10,046 miles

Offside Front Service brake grabbing slightly (3.7.C.2)

Fail 11 Jul 2006 9,716 miles

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

Pass 11 Jul 2006 9,716 miles

How Reliable is the Land Rover Lightweight?

Based on 3,105 MOT tests across 289 vehicles.

73.6%
Pass Rate
455
Miles/Year
54
Year Lifespan
289
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 151
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 147
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 131
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 65
Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 64
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PRC 159W is a 1981 Land Rover Lightweight in Green with a 2,286cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1981 Land Rover Lightweight models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.2% with a typical mileage of 30,509 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Land Rover Lightweight fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 151 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PRC 159W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Land Rover Lightweight typically stays on UK roads for around 54 years. At 45 years old, this Land Rover Lightweight is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of PRC 159W?

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What year was PRC 159W registered?

PRC 159W is a 1981 Land Rover Lightweight, first registered on 31 December 1981.

Is PRC 159W safe to buy?

The MOT history for PRC 159W shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PRC 159W have outstanding finance?

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