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YNV 499J

1971 Land Rover Series 2

Green Petrol 2286cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2018
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

16,862 mi
Last recorded16,862 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2017
Typical for 1971 Land Rover Series 254,695 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYNV 499J
MakeLand Rover
ModelSeries 2
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,286cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2017 16,862 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2017 16,862 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Aug 2016 16,246 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2015 15,737 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2014 15,295 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

o/s/f hub starting to leak

Pass 22 Aug 2013 14,562 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2013 14,562 miles

Offside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.6.A.1)

Pass 12 Sep 2012 13,936 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2012 13,936 miles

Nearside Rear wheel cylinder leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Prop-shaft universal joint worn

Pass 5 Sep 2011 13,176 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2011 13,176 miles

Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 Sep 2010 12,245 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2009 11,225 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2009 11,225 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 5 Aug 2008 10,220 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2007 9,171 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 31 Aug 2007 9,171 miles

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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YNV 499J is a 1971 Land Rover Series 2 in Green with a 2,286cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

Across all 1971 Land Rover Series 2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.6% with a typical mileage of 54,695 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 2 fails its MOT is suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 526 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YNV 499J, 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 55 years old, this Land Rover Series 2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of YNV 499J?

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What year was YNV 499J registered?

YNV 499J is a 1971 Land Rover Series 2, first registered on 14 April 1971.

Is YNV 499J safe to buy?

The MOT history for YNV 499J shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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