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VNO 823

1953 Land Rover Series 1

Green Petrol 2250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2010
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

55,401 mi
Last recorded55,401 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2009
Typical for 1953 Land Rover Series 139,696 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVNO 823
MakeLand Rover
ModelSeries 1
Year1953
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,250cc
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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 27 Oct 2009 55,401 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2008 55,194 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2007 54,984 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2006 54,666 miles

How Reliable is the Land Rover Series 1?

Based on 6,199 MOT tests across 842 vehicles.

77.9%
Pass Rate
302
Miles/Year
77
Year Lifespan
842
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 176
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 176
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 168
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 146
brake binding 124
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VNO 823 is a 1953 Land Rover Series 1 in Green with a 2,250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1953 Land Rover Series 1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.2% with a typical mileage of 39,696 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Land Rover Series 1 fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 176 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VNO 823, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Land Rover Series 1 typically stays on UK roads for around 77 years. At 73 years old, this Land Rover Series 1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VNO 823?

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What year was VNO 823 registered?

VNO 823 is a 1953 Land Rover Series 1, first registered on 1 January 1953.

Is VNO 823 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VNO 823 shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VNO 823 have outstanding finance?

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