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PTU 164B

1973 Land Rover Series 2

Green Petrol 2286cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2018
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

57,715 mi
Last recorded57,715 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2017
Typical for 1973 Land Rover Series 253,517 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPTU 164B
MakeLand Rover
ModelSeries 2
Year1973
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,286cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2017 57,715 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2017 57,715 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Dec 2016 57,430 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 4 Dec 2015 56,937 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2014 56,392 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2013 55,907 miles

Prop-shaft universal joint worn

Pass 11 Dec 2012 55,344 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 55,216 miles

How Reliable is the Land Rover Series 2?

Based on 8,346 MOT tests across 849 vehicles.

72.1%
Pass Rate
425
Miles/Year
68
Year Lifespan
849
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 526
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 365
Stop lamp not working 310
position lamp(s) not working 293
Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush 266
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PTU 164B is a 1973 Land Rover Series 2 in Green with a 2,286cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1973 Land Rover Series 2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.5% with a typical mileage of 53,517 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Land Rover Series 2 fails its MOT is suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 526 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PTU 164B, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Land Rover Series 2 typically stays on UK roads for around 68 years. At 53 years old, this Land Rover Series 2 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of PTU 164B?

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What year was PTU 164B registered?

PTU 164B is a 1973 Land Rover Series 2, first registered on 26 September 1973.

Is PTU 164B safe to buy?

The MOT history for PTU 164B shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PTU 164B have outstanding finance?

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