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VSV 946

1987 Land Rover Landrover

Green Petrol 2286cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Aug 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

33,012 mi
Last recorded33,012 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2026
Typical for 1987 Land Rover Landrover74,651 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVSV 946
MakeLand Rover
ModelLandrover
Year1987
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,286cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2026 33,012 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Aug 2025 31,835 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Aug 2024 30,890 miles

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Aug 2024 30,890 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Sep 2019 27,335 miles

Nearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively rearmost (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 10 Sep 2019 27,295 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively rearmost (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 14 Sep 2018 24,076 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2017 19,251 miles

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

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

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

Pass 13 Sep 2016 15,006 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 10,432 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2014 5,352 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 53,886 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2010 53,749 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2008 53,573 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2006 53,328 miles

How Reliable is the Land Rover Landrover?

Based on 2,014 MOT tests across 194 vehicles.

73.3%
Pass Rate
590
Miles/Year
65
Year Lifespan
194
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 82
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 78
Stop lamp not working 71
position lamp(s) not working 65
Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 48
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VSV 946 is a 1987 Land Rover Landrover in Green with a 2,286cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1987 Land Rover Landrover models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.4% with a typical mileage of 74,651 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Land Rover Landrover fails its MOT is suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 82 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VSV 946, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Land Rover Landrover typically stays on UK roads for around 65 years. At 39 years old, this Land Rover Landrover is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VSV 946 registered?

VSV 946 is a 1987 Land Rover Landrover, first registered on 10 August 1987.

Is VSV 946 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VSV 946 shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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