MOT Status
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76,761 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Rear Prop shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))
Front wheel bearing has slight play both (2.5.A.3c)
Offside rear brake application uneven slow (3.7.B.2)
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
rear parking brake recording little or no effort both sides (3.7.B.6a)
Front wheel bearing has slight play both (2.5.A.3c)
Nearside Axle swivel joint has excessive movement between a swivel joint and its housing (2.5.A.1b)
Nearside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Nearside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)
Nearside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)
How Reliable is the Land Rover SWB?
Based on 5,400 MOT tests across 556 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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VAL 859 is a 1956 Land Rover SWB in Green with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.
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 VAL 859, 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
How do I check the history of VAL 859?
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What year was VAL 859 registered?
VAL 859 is a 1956 Land Rover SWB, first registered on 20 June 1956.
Is VAL 859 safe to buy?
The MOT history for VAL 859 shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does VAL 859 have outstanding finance?
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