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SVM 701W

1981 Land Rover Defender

Green Petrol 2298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2022
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

52,284 mi
Last recorded52,284 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2021
Typical for 1981 Land Rover Defender59,707 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSVM 701W
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year1981
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,298cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2021 52,284 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2020 52,267 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2019 52,264 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2019 52,242 miles

Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail Both (1.1.12 (f) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Jul 2018 52,236 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2017 52,043 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 52,040 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2012 52,024 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2011 51,924 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2010 50,651 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 6 Sep 2010 50,651 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2009 50,651 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2008 49,782 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 49,766 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2008 49,626 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2007 48,708 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2007 48,708 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Service brake is causing the vehicle to swerve to the nearside (3.7.C.2)

Offside Rear Service brake grabbing slightly (3.7.C.2)

Pass 24 Nov 2006 43,726 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2006 43,726 miles

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 16 Nov 2005 38,973 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2005 38,973 miles

Dipswitch operation does not deflect all main beam headlamps to make them dipped beams (1.7.4b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

underwing and steering box covers in poor condition.

How Reliable is the Land Rover Defender?

Based on 2,960,045 MOT tests across 181,953 vehicles.

72.3%
Pass Rate
3,550
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
181,953
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush 77,499
Brake pipe excessively corroded 77,229
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 57,749
position lamp(s) not working 53,914
Stop lamp not working 52,341
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SVM 701W is a 1981 Land Rover Defender in Green with a 2,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 1981 Land Rover Defender models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.1% with a typical mileage of 59,707 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Land Rover Defender fails its MOT is shock absorber has an excessively worn bush, accounting for 77,499 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SVM 701W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Land Rover Defender typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 45 years old, this Land Rover Defender is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SVM 701W registered?

SVM 701W is a 1981 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 2 April 1981.

Is SVM 701W safe to buy?

The MOT history for SVM 701W shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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