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VAD 580X

1981 Land Rover Series 2

Black Diesel 2286cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2015
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

33,721 mi
Last recorded33,721 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2014
Typical for 1981 Land Rover Series 251,772 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVAD 580X
MakeLand Rover
ModelSeries 2
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,286cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2014 33,721 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2013 33,721 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2006 33,721 miles

Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front brake drum excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Nearside Front wheel cylinder has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear wheel cylinder has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 19 Sep 2006 33,721 miles

How Reliable is the Land Rover Series 2?

Based on 8,346 MOT tests across 849 vehicles.

72.1%
Pass Rate
425
Miles/Year
68
Year Lifespan
849
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 526
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 365
Stop lamp not working 310
position lamp(s) not working 293
Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush 266
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VAD 580X is a 1981 Land Rover Series 2 in Black with a 2,286cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1981 Land Rover Series 2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.0% with a typical mileage of 51,772 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Land Rover Series 2 fails its MOT is suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 526 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VAD 580X, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Land Rover Series 2 typically stays on UK roads for around 68 years. At 45 years old, this Land Rover Series 2 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VAD 580X?

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What year was VAD 580X registered?

VAD 580X is a 1981 Land Rover Series 2, first registered on 1 December 1981.

Is VAD 580X safe to buy?

The MOT history for VAD 580X shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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