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EBW 931A

1993 Land Rover Forward Control

Grey Petrol 3500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2017
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

22,008 mi
Last recorded22,008 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2016
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEBW 931A
MakeLand Rover
ModelForward Control
Year1993
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,500cc
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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2016 22,008 miles

Nearside nearside front headlamp reflector poor

exhaust system leaks but not excessive

prop bolts on one shaft need too be longer not coming through nylock nut

Pass 14 Jan 2015 21,336 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2014 21,035 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2014 21,021 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

winscreen washers not working

Pass 14 Jan 2013 19,856 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

nearsode front hub has slight free play

Fail 11 Jan 2013 19,856 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

nearsode front hub has slight free play

offside rear chassis excessively corroded, not with in 30cm of a perscribed area

Pass 19 Jan 2012 18,650 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

brake peddle anti slip wearing

Pass 5 Jul 2010 17,457 miles

Coolant leak

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

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

chassie has corrosion all over corrosion tool used

Fail 2 Jul 2010 17,452 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Coolant leak

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

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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

Oil leak

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

chassie has corrosion all over corrosion tool used

Pass 29 Jun 2009 15,118 miles

oil leak from rear axle

Pass 31 Jul 2008 14,273 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2008 14,261 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 25 Jul 2007 13,595 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

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

general underbody is in a corroded condition

Pass 13 Dec 2005 12,954 miles

How Reliable is the Land Rover Forward Control?

Based on 1,688 MOT tests across 165 vehicles.

73.4%
Pass Rate
1,224
Miles/Year
57
Year Lifespan
165
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 64
Brake pipe excessively corroded 56
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 50
position lamp(s) not working 48
Stop lamp not working 37
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EBW 931A is a 1993 Land Rover Forward Control in Grey with a 3,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

The most common reason a Land Rover Forward Control fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 64 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EBW 931A, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Land Rover Forward Control typically stays on UK roads for around 57 years. At 33 years old, this Land Rover Forward Control is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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EBW 931A is a 1993 Land Rover Forward Control, first registered on 19 July 1993.

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