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SGV 391J

1970 Land Rover Series 2

Blue Diesel 2249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

89,584 mi
Last recorded89,584 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2013
Typical for 1970 Land Rover Series 243,992 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSGV 391J
MakeLand Rover
ModelSeries 2
Year1970
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,249cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2013 89,584 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2012 89,474 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

n/s wiper split

slight play both front and n/s/r wheel bearings

Pass 17 Sep 2011 89,285 miles

brake pipes into compensator corroded

exhaust corroded

Pass 9 Oct 2010 88,606 miles

front brake pipes corroded

nearside wheels binding slightly

Pass 14 Aug 2009 88,129 miles

Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Fail 8 Aug 2009 88,126 miles

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

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

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

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 23 Feb 2008 87,497 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2007 86,244 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2006 85,424 miles

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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SGV 391J is a 1970 Land Rover Series 2 in Blue with a 2,249cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1970 Land Rover Series 2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.9% with a typical mileage of 43,992 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 SGV 391J, 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 56 years old, this Land Rover Series 2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was SGV 391J registered?

SGV 391J is a 1970 Land Rover Series 2, first registered on 2 September 1970.

Is SGV 391J safe to buy?

The MOT history for SGV 391J shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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