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XKU 181L

1972 Land Rover Series 2

Green Petrol 2286cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Oct 2026
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

90,510 mi
Last recorded90,510 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2025
Typical for 1972 Land Rover Series 270,531 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXKU 181L
MakeLand Rover
ModelSeries 2
Year1972
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,286cc

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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2025 90,510 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2024 90,384 miles

Front prop U.J. worn

Rear off side wheel bearing has slight play

Pass 21 Aug 2023 90,234 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2023 90,234 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 13 Aug 2022 90,178 miles

Near side rear shocker corroded

near side bulk head corroded

Fail 5 Aug 2022 90,177 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis and mid cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Near side rear shocker corroded

near side bulk head corroded

Pass 19 Nov 2021 89,927 miles

Near side bulkhead showing signs of corrosion

some areas of chassis showing signs of corrosion

Pass 19 Oct 2020 89,645 miles

Due service and some love

Exhaust slightly blowing

Off side rear wheel bearing has slight play

Slight play in off side front king pins

Pass 2 Oct 2019 89,333 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2018 89,023 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Oct 2017 89,001 miles

R/O/S wheel bearing has slight play

Pass 17 Oct 2016 88,923 miles

oil leak at rear differential

rear floor support loose

Fail 10 Oct 2016 88,923 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

oil leak at rear differential

rear floor support loose

Pass 25 Aug 2015 88,879 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 88,515 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 11 Aug 2014 88,515 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 30 Jun 2012 88,425 miles

Off side bulk head slightly corroded

Rear off side wheel bearing has slight play

slight oil leak from steering box

Pass 25 Jun 2011 88,243 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2011 88,243 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 14 Jun 2010 87,849 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2010 87,846 miles

Nearside Rear brake drum contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)

front prop and diff worn

hand brake would benifit from adjustment

Pass 27 Jun 2009 87,322 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2008 86,184 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2007 86,182 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear brake drum contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)

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

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

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Steering column shaft retaining device insecure (2.1.6)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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XKU 181L is a 1972 Land Rover Series 2 in Green with a 2,286cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

Across all 1972 Land Rover Series 2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.0% with a typical mileage of 70,531 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 XKU 181L, 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 54 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 XKU 181L?

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What year was XKU 181L registered?

XKU 181L is a 1972 Land Rover Series 2, first registered on 1 September 1972.

Is XKU 181L safe to buy?

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