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VLJ 221X

1982 Land Rover 109

White Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2019
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

89,622 mi
Last recorded89,622 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2018
Typical for 1982 Land Rover 10955,617 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVLJ 221X
MakeLand Rover
Model109
Year1982
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2018 89,622 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2017 89,324 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2016 88,736 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2016 88,736 miles

Nearside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Pass 5 Mar 2015 88,212 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2014 88,210 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Front Leaf spring has excessive wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has excessive wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Offside Front Leaf spring has excessive wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has excessive wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Pass 27 Nov 2013 87,189 miles

Coolant leak

Nearside Front Lower Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Lower Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 5 Oct 2012 86,297 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2011 85,525 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2010 83,981 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2010 83,981 miles

Centre Front Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Pass 23 Jun 2009 82,117 miles
Pass 22 May 2008 80,752 miles
Fail 15 May 2008 80,746 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

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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VLJ 221X is a 1982 Land Rover 109 in White with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 VLJ 221X, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VLJ 221X registered?

VLJ 221X is a 1982 Land Rover 109, first registered on 22 April 1982.

Is VLJ 221X safe to buy?

The MOT history for VLJ 221X shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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