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YDU 585J

1971 Land Rover SWB

Green Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

30,074 mi
Last recorded30,074 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2017
Typical for 1971 Land Rover SWB50,566 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYDU 585J
MakeLand Rover
ModelSWB
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2017 30,074 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2016 22,321 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2015 15,306 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2014 7,360 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2013 99,289 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2012 90,737 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2011 81,890 miles

stickers on top of windscreen near side out of driver view

Pass 8 Dec 2010 76,740 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2009 23,798 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2008 12,262 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2008 32,135 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2008 32,127 miles

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

Offside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Service brake is causing the vehicle to swerve to the nearside (3.7.C.2)

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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YDU 585J 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 91.7%.

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 YDU 585J, 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 YDU 585J?

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What year was YDU 585J registered?

YDU 585J is a 1971 Land Rover SWB, first registered on 12 January 1971.

Is YDU 585J safe to buy?

The MOT history for YDU 585J shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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