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DSU 953

1987 Land Rover 109

Blue Petrol 2219cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2017
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

72,160 mi
Last recorded72,160 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2016
Typical for 1987 Land Rover 10963,066 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDSU 953
MakeLand Rover
Model109
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,219cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2016 72,160 miles

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

Pass 1 May 2015 71,576 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 71,225 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 22 Apr 2014 71,225 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 22 Apr 2013 68,887 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 66,559 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2012 66,547 miles

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 12 Apr 2011 66,245 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2006 65,342 miles

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

front number plate slightly deteriorated but not likely to be miss read

How Reliable is the Land Rover 109?

Based on 34,711 MOT tests across 4,632 vehicles.

70.2%
Pass Rate
625
Miles/Year
66
Year Lifespan
4,632
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 2,564
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 1,754
Stop lamp not working 1,452
Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 1,166
position lamp(s) not working 1,056
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DSU 953 is a 1987 Land Rover 109 in Blue with a 2,219cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1987 Land Rover 109 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.8% with a typical mileage of 63,066 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Land Rover 109 fails its MOT is suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 2,564 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DSU 953, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Land Rover 109 typically stays on UK roads for around 66 years. At 39 years old, this Land Rover 109 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DSU 953?

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What year was DSU 953 registered?

DSU 953 is a 1987 Land Rover 109, first registered on 1 May 1987.

Is DSU 953 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DSU 953 shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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