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SFM 476K

1972 Land Rover LWB

Green Diesel 2200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

14,316 mi
Last recorded14,316 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2006
Typical for 1972 Land Rover LWB62,985 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSFM 476K
MakeLand Rover
ModelLWB
Year1972
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,200cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2006 14,316 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2006 14,316 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.B3)

Nearside Rear 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)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

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

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b) DANGEROUS

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (7.4.A2)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)

Offside Front Bonded suspension unit damaged but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

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

Offside Rear Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)

all body mounting brackets corroded

both front and o/s/r tyres perished

both front rose bowls corroded and have slight fluid leaks

corrosion to front and rear chassis and outriggers

corrosion to front bulkhead and floors

front bumper corroded

hand brake pivots worn

n/s/f road wheel corroded

o/s/f tyre tread slightly deformed and tread wearing low

slight play in o/s/r wheel bearing

slight play in steering box

How Reliable is the Land Rover LWB?

Based on 1,499 MOT tests across 158 vehicles.

68.2%
Pass Rate
1,034
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
158
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 75
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 59
position lamp(s) not working 49
Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 49
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 49
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SFM 476K is a 1972 Land Rover LWB in Green with a 2,200cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1972 Land Rover LWB models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.8% with a typical mileage of 62,985 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 LWB fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 75 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SFM 476K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Land Rover LWB typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 54 years old, this Land Rover LWB is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was SFM 476K registered?

SFM 476K is a 1972 Land Rover LWB, first registered on 7 February 1972.

Is SFM 476K safe to buy?

The MOT history for SFM 476K shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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