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FGK 482T

1978 Land Rover 109

Cream Petrol 2250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2013
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

26,922 mi
Last recorded26,922 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2013
Typical for 1978 Land Rover 10949,238 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFGK 482T
MakeLand Rover
Model109
Year1978
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,250cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Fail 15 Oct 2013 26,922 miles

Brake servo excessively weakened by corrosion (3.6.A.2b)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

Prop-shaft universal joint worn

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

floor in transmission tunnel corroded

n/s/f hub assembly slight play

Fail 12 Oct 2012 25,280 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 12 Oct 2012 25,280 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2011 22,980 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2010 20,743 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Pass 22 Oct 2009 17,760 miles

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)

Pass 9 Oct 2008 15,357 miles

Advise slight wear to H/Brake lever bush

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

Pass 11 Oct 2007 12,609 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 19 Oct 2006 8,535 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2005 2,888 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2005 2,773 miles

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

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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FGK 482T is a 1978 Land Rover 109 in Cream with a 2,250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1978 Land Rover 109 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.2% with a typical mileage of 49,238 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 FGK 482T, 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 48 years old, this Land Rover 109 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FGK 482T registered?

FGK 482T is a 1978 Land Rover 109, first registered on 1 August 1978.

Is FGK 482T safe to buy?

The MOT history for FGK 482T shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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