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YCV 828A

1971 Land Rover SWB

Green Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

25,930 mi
Last recorded25,930 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2017
Typical for 1971 Land Rover SWB50,566 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYCV 828A
MakeLand Rover
ModelSWB
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2017 25,930 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2016 22,672 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2016 22,672 miles

Main beam 'tell-tale' not working (1.7.4c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 23 Jun 2015 17,349 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2014 56,831 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 51,540 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2012 46,497 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 40,634 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 30,314 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2009 27,693 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Apr 2009 27,693 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 2,219 miles

How Reliable is the Land Rover SWB?

Based on 5,400 MOT tests across 556 vehicles.

72.7%
Pass Rate
475
Miles/Year
70
Year Lifespan
556
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 263
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 230
Stop lamp not working 208
Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush 148
position lamp(s) not working 145
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YCV 828A is a 1971 Land Rover SWB in Green with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1971 Land Rover SWB models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.6% with a typical mileage of 50,566 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Land Rover SWB fails its MOT is suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 263 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YCV 828A, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Land Rover SWB typically stays on UK roads for around 70 years. At 55 years old, this Land Rover SWB is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of YCV 828A?

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What year was YCV 828A registered?

YCV 828A is a 1971 Land Rover SWB, first registered on 15 January 1971.

Is YCV 828A safe to buy?

The MOT history for YCV 828A shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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