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XSL 258

1974 Land Rover Series 2

Green Petrol 2225cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Aug 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

55,674 mi
Last recorded55,674 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2026
Typical for 1974 Land Rover Series 250,285 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXSL 258
MakeLand Rover
ModelSeries 2
Year1974
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,225cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2026 55,674 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 10 Jul 2026 55,648 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Aug 2025 55,579 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2023 55,464 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

both front hubs damp

Pass 5 Jan 2023 54,395 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2022 54,382 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2021 54,283 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2019 54,241 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2019 54,241 miles

Nearside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Nearside door difficult to close

oil leak both front hubs

Pass 20 Apr 2016 54,217 miles

slight transmission oil leakage on offside & nearside front hubs

Pass 26 Feb 2015 54,158 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2014 54,113 miles

Slight axle oil leakage from offside front & rear hubs.

Fail 21 Feb 2014 54,112 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Slight axle oil leakage from offside front & rear hubs.

Pass 14 Mar 2013 53,996 miles

Slight rear axle oil leakage on offside rear hub.

Pass 16 Mar 2012 53,996 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2011 53,941 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2010 53,887 miles

Both wiper blade rubbers perishing.

Pass 6 Mar 2009 53,713 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2008 53,640 miles

Minor oil leaks on front hubs.

Slight binding on offside & nearside rear brakes. Recommend inspection of rear brakes.

Pass 9 Mar 2007 53,538 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2006 53,211 miles

minor transmission oil seepage on front hubs.

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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XSL 258 is a 1974 Land Rover Series 2 in Green with a 2,225cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 1974 Land Rover Series 2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.0% with a typical mileage of 50,285 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 XSL 258, 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 52 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 XSL 258?

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What year was XSL 258 registered?

XSL 258 is a 1974 Land Rover Series 2, first registered on 25 June 1974.

Is XSL 258 safe to buy?

The MOT history for XSL 258 shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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