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UMM 82S

1971 Land Rover Series 2 A

Green Petrol 2286cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

2,879 mi
Last recorded2,879 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2025
Typical for 1971 Land Rover Series 2 A67,211 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUMM 82S
MakeLand Rover
ModelSeries 2 A
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,286cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2025 2,879 miles

Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

mot records show vehicle painted black

unable to test wheel bearings due to brakes binding

Fail 24 Jan 2025 2,879 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

mot records show vehicle painted black

unable to test wheel bearings due to brakes binding

Pass 25 Apr 2017 82,979 miles

Coolant leak signs off coolant leaking on radiator ()

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion above spring eye marked in yellow chalk (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear tyre starting to perish on inner wall

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Oil leak ()

battery held with cable tie

has several poorly welded patches marked with yellow chalk

Fail 21 Apr 2017 82,979 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Coolant leak signs off coolant leaking on radiator ()

Front washer not working but has drop down windscreen

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion above spring eye marked in yellow chalk (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear tyre starting to perish on inner wall

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Oil leak ()

battery held with cable tie

has several poorly welded patches marked with yellow chalk

Pass 23 Apr 2016 82,478 miles

Oil leak from engine

Oil leak from rear axle

Pass 30 Sep 2015 82,114 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Offside Rear Direction indicator deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

all tyres perished

oil leak from engine

oil leak from rear axle

Pass 10 Oct 2014 81,426 miles

Coolant leak

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

all tyres starting to perish

axle casing starting to corrode

transfer shaft boot split

Pass 15 Oct 2013 80,834 miles

Coolant leak

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Oil leak

offside front,offside rear,nearside rear tyres starting to perish

Pass 9 Oct 2012 80,200 miles

Oil leak

all tyres starting to perish

rear exhaust starting to corrode

Pass 7 Oct 2011 79,610 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

advise number plate light dim

advise oil leak from gearbox

Pass 11 Oct 2010 79,006 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2009 78,396 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2007 77,802 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2007 77,792 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Brake pivot excessively worn and seriously weakened (3.5.1e)

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

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Aug 2006 77,280 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 9 Aug 2005 75,917 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2005 75,895 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Pass 4 Jul 2005 75,895 miles

How Reliable is the Land Rover Series 2 A?

Based on 1,003 MOT tests across 102 vehicles.

76.4%
Pass Rate
457
Miles/Year
64
Year Lifespan
102
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 65
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 30
Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush 27
brake binding 22
Stop lamp not working 22
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UMM 82S is a 1971 Land Rover Series 2 A in Green with a 2,286cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1971 Land Rover Series 2 A models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.9% with a typical mileage of 67,211 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Land Rover Series 2 A fails its MOT is suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 65 recorded failures. If you're considering buying UMM 82S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Land Rover Series 2 A typically stays on UK roads for around 64 years. At 55 years old, this Land Rover Series 2 A is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was UMM 82S registered?

UMM 82S is a 1971 Land Rover Series 2 A, first registered on 31 December 1971.

Is UMM 82S safe to buy?

The MOT history for UMM 82S shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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