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RVS 156R

1977 Land Rover 109

Blue Diesel 2286cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2010
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

1,148 mi
Last recorded1,148 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2009
Typical for 1977 Land Rover 10951,621 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRVS 156R
MakeLand Rover
Model109
Year1977
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,286cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2009 1,148 miles

Nearside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

cooling fan not turning

corrosion on front to rear brake pipe

door windows insecure

interior mirror missing

offside wheel arch liner insecure

slight amount of smoke emited during emissions test

slight blow from exhaust downpipe

Fail 30 Oct 2009 1,146 miles

Brake master cylinder fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1e)

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Leaf spring has excessive wear in an anchor pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

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

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

Nearside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Offside Rear Lower Leaf spring has excessive wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Offside Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Service brake is causing the vehicle to swerve to the offside (3.7.C.2)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)

Steering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c)

Steering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

cooling fan not turning

corrosion on front to rear brake pipe

door windows insecure

interior mirror missing

offside wheel arch liner insecure

slight amount of smoke emited during emissions test

slight blow from exhaust downpipe

wiper effectiveness not tested (washers not working)

Pass 3 Oct 2007 92 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2006 97,489 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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RVS 156R is a 1977 Land Rover 109 in Blue with a 2,286cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1977 Land Rover 109 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.5% with a typical mileage of 51,621 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 RVS 156R, 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 49 years old, this Land Rover 109 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RVS 156R?

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What year was RVS 156R registered?

RVS 156R is a 1977 Land Rover 109, first registered on 18 January 1977.

Is RVS 156R safe to buy?

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