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RBW 36T

1978 Land Rover SERIES2

Green Diesel 2286cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2014
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

80,114 mi
Last recorded80,114 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2013
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRBW 36T
MakeLand Rover
ModelSERIES2
Year1978
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,286cc
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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2013 80,114 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Oil leak

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

gearbox mounting deteriorating

rear diff oil seal leaking

Pass 3 Aug 2012 79,325 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2012 79,308 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

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

Oil leak

handbrake return spring missing

oil leak from rear diff

Pass 19 Mar 2011 78,325 miles

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

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

Oil leak

rear diff seal leaking

Pass 24 Oct 2009 77,364 miles

Propshaft component defective

front propshaft worn

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 20 Sep 2008 76,706 miles

How Reliable is the Land Rover SERIES2?

Based on 1,135 MOT tests across 118 vehicles.

72.7%
Pass Rate
403
Miles/Year
66
Year Lifespan
118
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 81
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 43
Stop lamp not working 39
Headlamp not working on main beam 39
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 36
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RBW 36T is a 1978 Land Rover SERIES2 in Green with a 2,286cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

The most common reason a Land Rover SERIES2 fails its MOT is suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 81 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RBW 36T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Land Rover SERIES2 typically stays on UK roads for around 66 years. At 48 years old, this Land Rover SERIES2 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RBW 36T?

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What year was RBW 36T registered?

RBW 36T is a 1978 Land Rover SERIES2, first registered on 1 September 1978.

Is RBW 36T safe to buy?

The MOT history for RBW 36T shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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