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ECW 656W

1980 Land Rover Light 4X4 Utility

Green Petrol 2250cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Aug 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

93,207 mi
Last recorded93,207 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationECW 656W
MakeLand Rover
ModelLight 4X4 Utility
Year1980
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,250cc
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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2025 93,207 miles

slight oil leaks from front diff,gearbox and sump areas

Pass 8 Aug 2024 93,207 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2023 93,207 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2022 93,207 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2021 93,207 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2020 93,207 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2019 93,207 miles
Pass 22 May 2018 93,207 miles
Fail 22 May 2018 93,207 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 2 Jun 2017 93,007 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration regular purges of exhaust system may help.Under load drive through gear range too high r.p.m. when safe to do so.motorway driving is ideal off peak (7.3.A.2c)

Pass 8 Apr 2016 92,131 miles
Fail 2 May 2006 92,029 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Pass 2 May 2006 92,029 miles

How Reliable is the Land Rover Light 4X4 Utility?

Based on 618 MOT tests across 113 vehicles.

78.0%
Pass Rate
451
Miles/Year
67
Year Lifespan
113
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 33
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 26
Stop lamp not working 20
Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush 19
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 16
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ECW 656W is a 1980 Land Rover Light 4X4 Utility in Green with a 2,250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

The most common reason a Land Rover Light 4X4 Utility fails its MOT is suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 33 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ECW 656W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Land Rover Light 4X4 Utility typically stays on UK roads for around 67 years. At 46 years old, this Land Rover Light 4X4 Utility is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was ECW 656W registered?

ECW 656W is a 1980 Land Rover Light 4X4 Utility, first registered on 8 August 1980.

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The MOT history for ECW 656W shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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