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RCT 820H

1980 Land Rover Series 2A

Green Petrol 2280cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2025
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

26,645 mi
Last recorded26,645 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2024
Typical for 1980 Land Rover Series 2A29,510 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRCT 820H
MakeLand Rover
ModelSeries 2A
Year1980
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,280cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2024 26,645 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2019 24,781 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2018 24,666 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2017 24,349 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2017 24,348 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Emissions not tested (7.3.A.1)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Swivel Joint Leaking

Pass 7 Dec 2015 23,904 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

offside rear brake backplate/drum wet

Fail 27 Nov 2015 23,901 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

offside rear brake backplate/drum wet

Pass 17 Nov 2014 23,569 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2013 22,905 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 2 Dec 2013 22,905 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2012 22,681 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2012 22,307 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2010 22,137 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2009 22,049 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2008 21,783 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2007 21,562 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2006 21,359 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2005 21,233 miles

How Reliable is the Land Rover Series 2A?

Based on 6,074 MOT tests across 626 vehicles.

74.3%
Pass Rate
515
Miles/Year
66
Year Lifespan
626
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 410
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 234
Stop lamp not working 191
Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush 144
Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 139
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RCT 820H is a 1980 Land Rover Series 2A in Green with a 2,280cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1980 Land Rover Series 2A models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.5% with a typical mileage of 29,510 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Land Rover Series 2A fails its MOT is suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 410 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RCT 820H, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Land Rover Series 2A typically stays on UK roads for around 66 years. At 46 years old, this Land Rover Series 2A is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RCT 820H?

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What year was RCT 820H registered?

RCT 820H is a 1980 Land Rover Series 2A, first registered on 1 August 1980.

Is RCT 820H safe to buy?

The MOT history for RCT 820H shows 18 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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