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RRC 850L

1973 Land Rover SWB

Cream Petrol 2286cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Dec 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

18,598 mi
Last recorded18,598 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2017
Typical for 1973 Land Rover SWB21,849 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRRC 850L
MakeLand Rover
ModelSWB
Year1973
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,286cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2017 18,598 miles

Advise steering joints and props to be greased

Nearside Front wiper blade in poor condition

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 29 Dec 2016 18,416 miles

Offside Front Lower Seat belt attachment fitting slightly deteriorated (5.2.3)

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

Fail 22 Dec 2016 18,416 miles

Nearside Rear brake drum contaminated by oil Gear oil running down inside of backplate ,not affecting brake yet (3.5.1h)

Offside Front Lower Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings Loose (2.2.B.1h) DANGEROUS

Exhaust system very rusty

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Front Lower Seat belt attachment fitting slightly deteriorated (5.2.3)

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

all four tyres perished on sidewalls

Pass 23 Dec 2015 18,304 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2014 18,187 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2013 18,103 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 13 Dec 2012 17,975 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

both front brakes binding slightly

Pass 12 Dec 2011 17,911 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 12 Mar 2008 17,690 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2007 17,315 miles

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

Offside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 17 Jan 2006 17,165 miles

How Reliable is the Land Rover SWB?

Based on 5,400 MOT tests across 556 vehicles.

72.7%
Pass Rate
475
Miles/Year
70
Year Lifespan
556
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 263
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 230
Stop lamp not working 208
Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush 148
position lamp(s) not working 145
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RRC 850L is a 1973 Land Rover SWB in Cream with a 2,286cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1973 Land Rover SWB models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.9% with a typical mileage of 21,849 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Land Rover SWB fails its MOT is suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 263 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RRC 850L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Land Rover SWB typically stays on UK roads for around 70 years. At 53 years old, this Land Rover SWB is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RRC 850L?

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What year was RRC 850L registered?

RRC 850L is a 1973 Land Rover SWB, first registered on 18 January 1973.

Is RRC 850L safe to buy?

The MOT history for RRC 850L shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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