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RVU 701X

1981 Land Rover 109

Black Petrol 3947cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2017
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

143,604 mi
Last recorded143,604 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2016
Typical for 1981 Land Rover 10955,532 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRVU 701X
MakeLand Rover
Model109
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,947cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 12 Apr 2016 143,604 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 142,114 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2014 141,879 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2013 141,573 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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RVU 701X is a 1981 Land Rover 109 in Black with a 3,947cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1981 Land Rover 109 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.5% with a typical mileage of 55,532 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 RVU 701X, 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 45 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 RVU 701X?

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What year was RVU 701X registered?

RVU 701X is a 1981 Land Rover 109, first registered on 1 August 1981.

Is RVU 701X safe to buy?

The MOT history for RVU 701X shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RVU 701X have outstanding finance?

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