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RDE 985M

1974 Land Rover 109

Green Petrol 2600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2020
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

77,518 mi
Last recorded77,518 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2019
Typical for 1974 Land Rover 10956,600 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRDE 985M
MakeLand Rover
Model109
Year1974
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,600cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jan 2019 77,518 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2019 77,517 miles

All position lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))

Front Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen wiper not working both front wipers (3.4 (a))

Pass 8 Dec 2017 77,514 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

service brake only just met the requirement and may require adjustment or repair

Pass 24 Dec 2014 55,525 miles

Oil leak

Prop-shaft universal joint worn

Pass 20 Sep 2013 93,165 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2009 92,586 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2009 92,584 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 31 Mar 2008 92,020 miles

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

Pass 4 Apr 2007 91,739 miles

How Reliable is the Land Rover 109?

Based on 34,711 MOT tests across 4,632 vehicles.

70.2%
Pass Rate
625
Miles/Year
66
Year Lifespan
4,632
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 2,564
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 1,754
Stop lamp not working 1,452
Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 1,166
position lamp(s) not working 1,056
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RDE 985M is a 1974 Land Rover 109 in Green with a 2,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1974 Land Rover 109 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.2% with a typical mileage of 56,600 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Land Rover 109 fails its MOT is suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 2,564 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RDE 985M, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Land Rover 109 typically stays on UK roads for around 66 years. At 52 years old, this Land Rover 109 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was RDE 985M registered?

RDE 985M is a 1974 Land Rover 109, first registered on 19 June 1974.

Is RDE 985M safe to buy?

The MOT history for RDE 985M shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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