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WVS 115

1987 Land Rover Series 2

Green Petrol 2286cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2011
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

63,434 mi
Last recorded63,434 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2010
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWVS 115
MakeLand Rover
ModelSeries 2
Year1987
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,286cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2010 63,434 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2009 63,042 miles

Movement in offside front upper swivel hub joint

Fail 24 Sep 2009 6,303 miles

Indicator switch insecure (1.4.A.1)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Movement in offside front upper swivel hub joint

Pass 12 Jul 2008 62,729 miles

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

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

exhaust tail pipe and hanger and centre hanger getting corroded.

gear box leaking oil in several places.

gear box oil leak getting on to hand brake drum outer,not getting into brake at present.

n/s headlight slightly dimmer than o/s,sealed beam unit vs.halogen bulb.

n/s/r stop/tail light lens slightly darker than o/s/r.

slight oil leak on n/s/f swivel housing oil seal,not getting near brake components.

slight oil leak on o/sr hub,not getting on to brakes but may if leak worsens.

slight oil seep from steering box.

Fail 8 Jul 2008 62,729 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

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

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)

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

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

exhaust tail pipe and hanger and centre hanger getting corroded.

gear box leaking oil in several places.

gear box oil leak getting on to hand brake drum outer,not getting into brake at present.

n/s headlight slightly dimmer than o/s,sealed beam unit vs.halogen bulb.

n/s/r stop/tail light lens slightly darker than o/s/r.

slight oil leak on n/s/f swivel housing oil seal,not getting near brake components.

slight oil leak on o/sr hub,not getting on to brakes but may if leak worsens.

slight oil seep from steering box.

Pass 20 Jun 2007 62,249 miles

as per mot test number 594905067119

Fail 14 Jun 2007 62,249 miles

Nearside Front Lower Leaf spring shackle pin excessively loose in its bracket (2.4.B.3a)

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

Nearside Rear Lower Leaf spring shackle pin excessively loose in its bracket (2.4.B.3a)

Nearside Rear Upper Leaf spring shackle pin excessively loose in its bracket (2.4.B.3a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Lower Leaf spring shackle pin excessively loose in its bracket (2.4.B.3a)

Offside Rear Lower Leaf spring shackle pin excessively loose in its bracket (2.4.B.3a)

Offside Rear Upper Leaf spring shackle pin excessively loose in its bracket (2.4.B.3a)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

Steering component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.2.C.1h)

rear section of exhaust getting corroded.

slight oil leak o/s/r hub seal.

Pass 18 May 2006 61,768 miles
Fail 11 May 2006 61,768 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)

indicators flashing on the slow side .

slight wear o/s/f upper suspension joint.

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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WVS 115 is a 1987 Land Rover Series 2 in Green with a 2,286cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 WVS 115, 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 39 years old, this Land Rover Series 2 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was WVS 115 registered?

WVS 115 is a 1987 Land Rover Series 2, first registered on 4 June 1987.

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