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WCV 866J

1970 Land Rover Series 2A

Blue Diesel 2286cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2017
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

77,241 mi
Last recorded77,241 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2016
Typical for 1970 Land Rover Series 2A40,641 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWCV 866J
MakeLand Rover
ModelSeries 2A
Year1970
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,286cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2016 77,241 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 74,549 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2014 72,953 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

exhaust mounts perrished

Fail 4 Jun 2014 72,953 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

exhaust mounts perrished

Pass 28 May 2013 71,215 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 28 May 2012 69,699 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 66,031 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 12 Oct 2009 63,084 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2008 61,917 miles
Pass 25 May 2007 21,898 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2006 17,677 miles

How Reliable is the Land Rover Series 2A?

Based on 6,074 MOT tests across 626 vehicles.

74.3%
Pass Rate
515
Miles/Year
66
Year Lifespan
626
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 410
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 234
Stop lamp not working 191
Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush 144
Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 139
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WCV 866J is a 1970 Land Rover Series 2A in Blue with a 2,286cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1970 Land Rover Series 2A models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.4% with a typical mileage of 40,641 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Land Rover Series 2A fails its MOT is suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 410 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WCV 866J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Land Rover Series 2A typically stays on UK roads for around 66 years. At 56 years old, this Land Rover Series 2A is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was WCV 866J registered?

WCV 866J is a 1970 Land Rover Series 2A, first registered on 22 September 1970.

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