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VCS 869Y

1982 Land Rover 109

Green Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2022
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

27,325 mi
Last recorded27,325 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2021
Typical for 1982 Land Rover 10955,617 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVCS 869Y
MakeLand Rover
Model109
Year1982
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2021 27,325 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2020 22,546 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2018 14,369 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2017 2,174 miles

Nearside Front tractor joint leaking oil

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 7 Dec 2016 92,740 miles

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

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

Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

oil leaks on front axle

Fail 7 Dec 2016 92,740 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

oil leaks on front axle

Pass 8 Dec 2015 79,001 miles

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

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

drag link ends spilt pins missing

front propshaft worn

oil on o/s rear brake drum

Fail 2 Dec 2015 78,972 miles

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

Offside Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)

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

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

drag link ends spilt pins missing

front propshaft worn

oil on o/s rear brake drum

Pass 25 Nov 2014 67,765 miles

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

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Pass 8 Nov 2013 58,538 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Prop-shaft universal joint worn

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

o/s swivel joint has slight oil leak

Pass 20 Dec 2012 46,958 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2012 46,958 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Fail 30 Nov 2011 37,376 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 30 Nov 2011 37,376 miles

Nearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 3 Dec 2010 27,228 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2009 19,256 miles

Brake servo vacuum pipe deteriorated (3.6.C.1b)

Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 24 Jul 2009 19,256 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2008 13,328 miles

Front Leaf spring anchor bracket loose (2.4.B.6a)

Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

Pass 18 Jul 2008 13,328 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2007 7,505 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2006 1,833 miles

Offside Front Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)

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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VCS 869Y is a 1982 Land Rover 109 in Green with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 VCS 869Y, 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.

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What year was VCS 869Y registered?

VCS 869Y is a 1982 Land Rover 109, first registered on 28 October 1982.

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