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VAW 259J

1971 Land Rover Jeep

Green Petrol 2625cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2018
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

47,591 mi
Last recorded47,591 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2017
Typical for 1971 Land Rover Jeep56,923 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVAW 259J
MakeLand Rover
ModelJeep
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,625cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2017 47,591 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 47,327 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 47,057 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 46,163 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 44,919 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2012 67,477 miles

slight corrosion o/s/f wheel arch

Fail 13 Jun 2012 67,468 miles

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

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

slight corrosion o/s/f wheel arch

How Reliable is the Land Rover Jeep?

Based on 2,119 MOT tests across 220 vehicles.

75.0%
Pass Rate
515
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
220
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 85
Stop lamp not working 82
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 70
Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush 49
position lamp(s) not working 48
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VAW 259J is a 1971 Land Rover Jeep in Green with a 2,625cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1971 Land Rover Jeep models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.9% with a typical mileage of 56,923 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Land Rover Jeep fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 85 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VAW 259J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Land Rover Jeep typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 55 years old, this Land Rover Jeep is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VAW 259J?

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What year was VAW 259J registered?

VAW 259J is a 1971 Land Rover Jeep, first registered on 1 May 1971.

Is VAW 259J safe to buy?

The MOT history for VAW 259J shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VAW 259J have outstanding finance?

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