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SSY 259

1977 Land Rover 109

Orange Petrol 2286cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2018
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

22,617 mi
Last recorded22,617 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2017
Typical for 1977 Land Rover 10951,621 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSSY 259
MakeLand Rover
Model109
Year1977
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,286cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2017 22,617 miles

Offside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Pass 25 May 2016 22,617 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 22,617 miles

hand made body

this vehicle has many special features

Pass 14 May 2014 22,353 miles

home made body

Fail 14 May 2014 22,353 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

home made body

Pass 23 May 2013 21,975 miles

Vehicle excesively modified

Fail 20 May 2013 21,975 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Vehicle excesively modified

Fail 23 May 2012 21,832 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 May 2012 21,832 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 21,422 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 21,245 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2010 21,240 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 19 Mar 2009 21,166 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2009 21,157 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 18 Mar 2008 19,638 miles

Oil leak

Fail 14 Mar 2008 19,584 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer missing (7.2.4c)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Leaf spring splayed and action impaired (2.4.B.1c)

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

Oil leak

Pass 19 Feb 2007 14,755 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2006 8,402 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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SSY 259 is a 1977 Land Rover 109 in Orange with a 2,286cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 SSY 259, 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 SSY 259?

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What year was SSY 259 registered?

SSY 259 is a 1977 Land Rover 109, first registered on 1 July 1977.

Is SSY 259 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SSY 259 shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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