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RSJ 985

1961 Land Rover SERIES2

Grey Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2018
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

68,591 mi
Last recorded68,591 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2017
Typical for 1961 Land Rover SERIES268,460 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRSJ 985
MakeLand Rover
ModelSERIES2
Year1961
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 4 Oct 2017 68,591 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2016 68,548 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2015 68,460 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2014 68,362 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2013 68,228 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2012 68,111 miles

Front Vehicle structure has slight damage (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight damage (6.1.A.1)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight damage (6.1.A.1)

Rear Vehicle structure has slight damage (6.1.A.1)

Pass 11 Oct 2011 66,002 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Parking brake mechanism/associated mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (3.1.9)

Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Parking brake mechanism/associated mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (3.1.9)

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Parking brake mechanism/associated mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (3.1.9)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Parking brake mechanism/associated mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (3.1.9)

Parking brake mechanism/associated mounting prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive (3.1.9)

Rear Parking brake mechanism/associated mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (3.1.9)

Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 22 Oct 2010 63,143 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2009 60,303 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2008 57,466 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2007 55,278 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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RSJ 985 is a 1961 Land Rover SERIES2 in Grey with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1961 Land Rover SERIES2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.0% with a typical mileage of 68,460 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 RSJ 985, 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 65 years old, this Land Rover SERIES2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RSJ 985 registered?

RSJ 985 is a 1961 Land Rover SERIES2, first registered on 8 August 1961.

Is RSJ 985 safe to buy?

The MOT history for RSJ 985 shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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