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WAX 109S

1978 Land Rover Series 2

Green Petrol 2250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Oct 2019
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

10,722 mi
Last recorded10,722 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2018
Typical for 1978 Land Rover Series 241,287 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWAX 109S
MakeLand Rover
ModelSeries 2
Year1978
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,250cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2018 10,722 miles

Nearside Rear floor mounting corroded

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

Fail 10 Oct 2018 10,716 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear floor mounting corroded

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

Pass 5 Jan 2016 10,696 miles

Nearside Front swivel joint leaking

Offside Front swivel joint leaking

oil leak

Fail 5 Jan 2016 10,695 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported hanger broke (7.1.1)

Nearside Front swivel joint leaking

Offside Front swivel joint leaking

oil leak

Pass 15 May 2014 8,884 miles
Fail 14 May 2014 8,884 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 10 May 2013 7,780 miles
Fail 7 May 2013 7,778 miles

Centre Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 27 Apr 2012 7,628 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2011 7,572 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

corrosion around rear cross member and front cross member

Pass 30 Apr 2010 7,216 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2010 7,216 miles

Nearside Rear Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Offside Rear Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Pass 14 Mar 2009 5,631 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2008 5,079 miles

How Reliable is the Land Rover Series 2?

Based on 8,346 MOT tests across 849 vehicles.

72.1%
Pass Rate
425
Miles/Year
68
Year Lifespan
849
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 526
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 365
Stop lamp not working 310
position lamp(s) not working 293
Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush 266
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WAX 109S is a 1978 Land Rover Series 2 in Green with a 2,250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 1978 Land Rover Series 2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.1% with a typical mileage of 41,287 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Land Rover Series 2 fails its MOT is suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 526 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WAX 109S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Land Rover Series 2 typically stays on UK roads for around 68 years. At 48 years old, this Land Rover Series 2 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of WAX 109S?

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What year was WAX 109S registered?

WAX 109S is a 1978 Land Rover Series 2, first registered on 31 December 1978.

Is WAX 109S safe to buy?

The MOT history for WAX 109S shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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