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RUF 975M

1974 Land Rover Series 2

Green Petrol 2225cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2020
Tests11 (6 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

16,260 mi
Last recorded16,260 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2019
Typical for 1974 Land Rover Series 250,285 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRUF 975M
MakeLand Rover
ModelSeries 2
Year1974
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,225cc

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MOT History

6 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2019 16,260 miles

Front Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

all wheel studs do not fully extend out of the nuts

secondary fuel filler neck is bent not allowing fuel in

Fail 1 Aug 2019 16,257 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level significantly below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Service brake grabbing slightly (1.2.1 (c))

secondary fuel tank filler neck is in poor condition

wheel fixing studs do nut fully extend out of the wheel nuts

Pass 12 Jun 2017 15,067 miles

Front Propshaft universal joint worn both ujs ()

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 12 Jun 2017 15,067 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Propshaft universal joint worn both ujs ()

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 13 Jun 2015 14,797 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 12 Jun 2015 14,797 miles

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

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 20 Jul 2013 14,242 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2007 12,346 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2007 12,346 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 1 Sep 2006 8,174 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2006 8,174 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

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

Nearside Front passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.4)

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Offside Driver's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Intermediate drop arm insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Wheel nut(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)

FRONT PROPSHAFT SLIGHTLY WORN

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

How Reliable is the Land Rover Series 2?

Based on 8,346 MOT tests across 849 vehicles.

72.1%
Pass Rate
425
Miles/Year
68
Year Lifespan
849
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 526
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 365
Stop lamp not working 310
position lamp(s) not working 293
Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush 266
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RUF 975M is a 1974 Land Rover Series 2 in Green with a 2,225cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

Across all 1974 Land Rover Series 2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.0% with a typical mileage of 50,285 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Land Rover Series 2 fails its MOT is suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 526 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RUF 975M, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Land Rover Series 2 typically stays on UK roads for around 68 years. At 52 years old, this Land Rover Series 2 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was RUF 975M registered?

RUF 975M is a 1974 Land Rover Series 2, first registered on 31 December 1974.

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