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AUB 261E

1978 Land Rover Series

Blue Petrol 2286cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2015
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

52,534 mi
Last recorded52,534 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2014
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAUB 261E
MakeLand Rover
ModelSeries
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,286cc
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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2014 52,534 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Fail 9 Jun 2014 52,532 miles

Nearside Inner Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 24 Apr 2013 52,499 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2011 52,450 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 7 Jul 2010 52,377 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

How Reliable is the Land Rover Series?

Based on 2,274 MOT tests across 196 vehicles.

69.6%
Pass Rate
504
Miles/Year
66
Year Lifespan
196
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 134
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 130
Stop lamp not working 106
Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush 92
position lamp(s) not working 78
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AUB 261E is a 1978 Land Rover Series in Blue with a 2,286cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

The most common reason a Land Rover Series fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 134 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AUB 261E, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Land Rover Series typically stays on UK roads for around 66 years. At 48 years old, this Land Rover Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AUB 261E?

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What year was AUB 261E registered?

AUB 261E is a 1978 Land Rover Series, first registered on 1 August 1978.

Is AUB 261E safe to buy?

The MOT history for AUB 261E shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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