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FAH 490K

1971 Rover Land Rover

Green Petrol 2225cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2013
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

10,487 mi
Last recorded10,487 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2012
Typical for 1971 Rover Land Rover64,119 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFAH 490K
MakeRover
ModelLand Rover
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,225cc
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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2012 10,487 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2012 10,478 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Prop-shaft universal joint worn

Pass 12 Mar 2009 6,428 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Offside Rear rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Fail 12 Mar 2009 6,428 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension retaining device missing (2.5.A.4)

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

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

Offside front brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

How Reliable is the Rover Land Rover?

Based on 852 MOT tests across 100 vehicles.

74.9%
Pass Rate
410
Miles/Year
65
Year Lifespan
100
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 32
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 26
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 23
Headlamp not working on main beam 21
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 20
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FAH 490K is a 1971 Rover Land Rover in Green with a 2,225cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1971 Rover Land Rover models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.4% with a typical mileage of 64,119 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 Rover Land Rover fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 32 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FAH 490K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover Land Rover typically stays on UK roads for around 65 years. At 55 years old, this Rover Land Rover is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FAH 490K registered?

FAH 490K is a 1971 Rover Land Rover, first registered on 1 July 1971.

Is FAH 490K safe to buy?

The MOT history for FAH 490K shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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