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PRS 438J

1971 Land Rover Series

Green Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2015
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

92,111 mi
Last recorded92,111 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2014
Typical for 1971 Land Rover Series70,015 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPRS 438J
MakeLand Rover
ModelSeries
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2014 92,111 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 10 Oct 2008 87,543 miles

Oil leak

Pass 12 Mar 2007 80,886 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2007 80,886 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Nearside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

How Reliable is the Land Rover Series?

Based on 2,274 MOT tests across 196 vehicles.

69.6%
Pass Rate
504
Miles/Year
66
Year Lifespan
196
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 134
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 130
Stop lamp not working 106
Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush 92
position lamp(s) not working 78
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PRS 438J is a 1971 Land Rover Series in Green with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1971 Land Rover Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.4% with a typical mileage of 70,015 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Land Rover Series fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 134 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PRS 438J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Land Rover Series typically stays on UK roads for around 66 years. At 55 years old, this Land Rover Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of PRS 438J?

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What year was PRS 438J registered?

PRS 438J is a 1971 Land Rover Series, first registered on 15 March 1971.

Is PRS 438J safe to buy?

The MOT history for PRS 438J shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PRS 438J have outstanding finance?

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