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SNW 954W

1981 Rover Land Rover

Green Petrol 2245cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

14,698 mi
Last recorded14,698 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2017
Typical for 1981 Rover Land Rover60,092 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSNW 954W
MakeRover
ModelLand Rover
Year1981
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,245cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2017 14,698 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2016 14,568 miles
Pass 16 May 2015 12,660 miles
Pass 17 May 2014 12,098 miles

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 11 May 2013 12,098 miles
Pass 19 May 2012 12,098 miles

Prop-shaft universal joint worn

Pass 21 May 2011 12,098 miles

Nearside Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 15 May 2010 12,098 miles

Nearside Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Fail 15 May 2010 12,098 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 22 Apr 2009 11,531 miles

Nearside Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

Offside Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

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

offside front tyre split

Fail 16 Apr 2009 11,531 miles

Nearside rear brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.5b)

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

Nearside Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

Offside Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

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

Pass 4 Apr 2008 11,146 miles

n/s swivel slight leak

o/s chrome ball slight corroded slight leak

Fail 22 Mar 2008 11,146 miles

Lower Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Nearside Front brake drum contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber casing corroded externally so the unit does not function (2.7.2a)

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

n/s swivel slight leak

o/s chrome ball slight corroded slight leak

Pass 20 Apr 2007 10,359 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2007 10,350 miles

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

How Reliable is the Rover Land Rover?

Based on 852 MOT tests across 100 vehicles.

74.9%
Pass Rate
410
Miles/Year
65
Year Lifespan
100
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 32
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 26
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 23
Headlamp not working on main beam 21
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 20
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SNW 954W is a 1981 Rover Land Rover in Green with a 2,245cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 1981 Rover Land Rover models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.7% with a typical mileage of 60,092 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover Land Rover fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 32 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SNW 954W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover Land Rover typically stays on UK roads for around 65 years. At 45 years old, this Rover Land Rover is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SNW 954W registered?

SNW 954W is a 1981 Rover Land Rover, first registered on 19 January 1981.

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