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VVK 83G

1979 Land Rover Lightweight

Green Petrol 2238cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2014
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

16,877 mi
Last recorded16,877 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2013
Typical for 1979 Land Rover Lightweight22,590 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVVK 83G
MakeLand Rover
ModelLightweight
Year1979
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,238cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2013 16,877 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2012 16,877 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2011 16,877 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2010 16,877 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2010 16,877 miles

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

Pass 21 Dec 2009 16,877 miles

How Reliable is the Land Rover Lightweight?

Based on 3,105 MOT tests across 289 vehicles.

73.6%
Pass Rate
455
Miles/Year
54
Year Lifespan
289
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 151
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 147
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 131
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 65
Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 64
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VVK 83G is a 1979 Land Rover Lightweight in Green with a 2,238cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1979 Land Rover Lightweight models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.6% with a typical mileage of 22,590 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Land Rover Lightweight fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 151 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VVK 83G, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Land Rover Lightweight typically stays on UK roads for around 54 years. At 47 years old, this Land Rover Lightweight is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VVK 83G?

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What year was VVK 83G registered?

VVK 83G is a 1979 Land Rover Lightweight, first registered on 6 July 1979.

Is VVK 83G safe to buy?

The MOT history for VVK 83G shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VVK 83G have outstanding finance?

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