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XCC 796V

1980 Land Rover Light Weight

Green Petrol 2250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2020
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

7,242 mi
Last recorded7,242 miles
Recorded on24 May 2019
Typical for 1980 Land Rover Light Weight67,886 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXCC 796V
MakeLand Rover
ModelLight Weight
Year1980
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,250cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 May 2019 7,242 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 7,077 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2017 6,849 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 6,682 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2015 6,480 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2014 6,427 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2013 6,427 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2011 58,536 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2010 58,536 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2009 58,292 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2008 57,859 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2007 56,989 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2006 56,158 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2006 56,158 miles

Nearside Front Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

slight play o/s front wheel bearing

Pass 28 Sep 2005 55,358 miles

o/s front shock absorber bottom bush slightly worn and o/s rear shock absorber bottom bush slightly worn. steering damper bush slightly worn

How Reliable is the Land Rover Light Weight?

Based on 2,171 MOT tests across 209 vehicles.

72.7%
Pass Rate
426
Miles/Year
54
Year Lifespan
209
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 107
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 94
Stop lamp not working 79
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 57
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 53
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XCC 796V is a 1980 Land Rover Light Weight in Green with a 2,250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1980 Land Rover Light Weight models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.8% with a typical mileage of 67,886 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Land Rover Light Weight fails its MOT is suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 107 recorded failures. If you're considering buying XCC 796V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Land Rover Light Weight typically stays on UK roads for around 54 years. At 46 years old, this Land Rover Light Weight is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was XCC 796V registered?

XCC 796V is a 1980 Land Rover Light Weight, first registered on 31 December 1980.

Is XCC 796V safe to buy?

The MOT history for XCC 796V shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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