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UBV 199X

1982 Land Rover 109

White Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Dec 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

18,938 mi
Last recorded18,938 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2025
Typical for 1982 Land Rover 10955,617 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUBV 199X
MakeLand Rover
Model109
Year1982
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2025 18,938 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2024 18,938 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 18 Nov 2023 18,938 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2022 18,697 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2021 18,686 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 7 Nov 2020 18,686 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

chassis showing signs of corrosion

Pass 9 Nov 2019 18,686 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases middle and rear (6.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Nov 2018 18,686 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Oct 2017 18,686 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 5 Nov 2016 18,686 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2015 18,686 miles

slight imbalance on front brakes

Fail 8 Nov 2014 18,686 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 Nov 2014 18,686 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2013 18,686 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2006 15,834 miles

brake pedal travel.

Fail 17 Feb 2006 15,800 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.B3)

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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UBV 199X is a 1982 Land Rover 109 in White with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1982 Land Rover 109 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.7% with a typical mileage of 55,617 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 UBV 199X, 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 44 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 UBV 199X?

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What year was UBV 199X registered?

UBV 199X is a 1982 Land Rover 109, first registered on 31 December 1982.

Is UBV 199X safe to buy?

The MOT history for UBV 199X shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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