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WNM 198K

1972 Land Rover LWB

Green Diesel 2250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2014
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

85,064 mi
Last recorded85,064 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2014
Typical for 1972 Land Rover LWB62,985 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWNM 198K
MakeLand Rover
ModelLWB
Year1972
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,250cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Fail 23 Jul 2014 85,064 miles

Brake pedal creeps down when held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)

Steering system excessively rough (2.2.D.1)

Steering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

water leak oil cap missing

Pass 10 Jun 2013 83,926 miles

Nearside inner wing corroded, outside prescribed areas.

Oil leak

Several areas on underside of vehicle welding repairs noted

Fail 7 Jun 2013 83,916 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

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

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

Trailer electrical socket (13 pin) not operating the trailer lamps as intended (1.9.4)

Nearside inner wing corroded, outside prescribed areas.

Oil leak

Several areas on underside of vehicle welding repairs noted

Pass 30 May 2012 83,112 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2011 82,861 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2011 82,861 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 Feb 2010 82,806 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2009 82,806 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2009 82,806 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 7 Feb 2008 82,806 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2008 82,806 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 Feb 2007 82,806 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2007 82,806 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 2 Feb 2006 82,806 miles

How Reliable is the Land Rover LWB?

Based on 1,499 MOT tests across 158 vehicles.

68.2%
Pass Rate
1,034
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
158
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 75
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 59
position lamp(s) not working 49
Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 49
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 49
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WNM 198K is a 1972 Land Rover LWB in Green with a 2,250cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1972 Land Rover LWB models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.8% with a typical mileage of 62,985 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Land Rover LWB fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 75 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WNM 198K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Land Rover LWB typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 54 years old, this Land Rover LWB is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was WNM 198K registered?

WNM 198K is a 1972 Land Rover LWB, first registered on 1 June 1972.

Is WNM 198K safe to buy?

The MOT history for WNM 198K shows 14 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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