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SWR 863

1956 Land Rover SWB

Green Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2012
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

2,113 mi
Last recorded2,113 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2011
Typical for 1956 Land Rover SWB53,085 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSWR 863
MakeLand Rover
ModelSWB
Year1956
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 23 Jun 2011 2,113 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2010 2,028 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2009 1,881 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2008 1,558 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2006 1,558 miles

How Reliable is the Land Rover SWB?

Based on 5,400 MOT tests across 556 vehicles.

72.7%
Pass Rate
475
Miles/Year
70
Year Lifespan
556
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 263
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 230
Stop lamp not working 208
Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush 148
position lamp(s) not working 145
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SWR 863 is a 1956 Land Rover SWB in Green with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1956 Land Rover SWB models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.9% with a typical mileage of 53,085 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Land Rover SWB fails its MOT is suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 263 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SWR 863, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Land Rover SWB typically stays on UK roads for around 70 years. At 70 years old, this Land Rover SWB is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SWR 863 registered?

SWR 863 is a 1956 Land Rover SWB, first registered on 17 July 1956.

Is SWR 863 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SWR 863 shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SWR 863 have outstanding finance?

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