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TUT 209M

1985 Land Rover Lightweight

Cream Petrol 2286cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2024
Tests7 (3 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate42.9%

Mileage

60,826 mi
Last recorded60,826 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2023
Typical for 1985 Land Rover Lightweight31,648 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTUT 209M
MakeLand Rover
ModelLightweight
Year1985
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,286cc

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MOT History

3 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2023 60,826 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2023 60,826 miles

Nearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Chassis leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Fail 8 Nov 2014 60,825 miles

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

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

Nearside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Coolant leak

Nearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

Oil leak

Pass 12 Sep 2012 60,554 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2012 60,544 miles

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)

Nearside Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Fail 17 Apr 2010 60,536 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

slight play in nsf wheel bearing.

Pass 17 Apr 2010 60,536 miles

slight play in nsf wheel bearing.

How Reliable is the Land Rover Lightweight?

Based on 3,105 MOT tests across 289 vehicles.

73.6%
Pass Rate
455
Miles/Year
54
Year Lifespan
289
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 151
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 147
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 131
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 65
Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 64
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TUT 209M is a 1985 Land Rover Lightweight in Cream with a 2,286cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 42.9%.

Across all 1985 Land Rover Lightweight models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.7% with a typical mileage of 31,648 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Land Rover Lightweight fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 151 recorded failures. If you're considering buying TUT 209M, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Land Rover Lightweight typically stays on UK roads for around 54 years. At 41 years old, this Land Rover Lightweight is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was TUT 209M registered?

TUT 209M is a 1985 Land Rover Lightweight, first registered on 9 January 1985.

Is TUT 209M safe to buy?

The MOT history for TUT 209M shows 7 tests with a 42.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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