MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
59,777 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Nearside Front Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)
Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
Offside Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.6.A.1)
Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
play in o/s and n/s front hubs
rear exhaust mounts cracking
play in o/s and n/s front hubs
rear exhaust mounts cracking
How Reliable is the Land Rover Series 1?
Based on 6,199 MOT tests across 842 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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XWV 608A is a 1981 Land Rover Series 1 in Green with a 2,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
Across all 1981 Land Rover Series 1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 16,545 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 Series 1 fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 176 recorded failures. If you're considering buying XWV 608A, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Land Rover Series 1 typically stays on UK roads for around 77 years. At 45 years old, this Land Rover Series 1 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check the history of XWV 608A?
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What year was XWV 608A registered?
XWV 608A is a 1981 Land Rover Series 1, first registered on 14 January 1981.
Is XWV 608A safe to buy?
The MOT history for XWV 608A shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does XWV 608A have outstanding finance?
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