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GTN 489K

1972 Land Rover Series

Blue Petrol 2286cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

12,721 mi
Last recorded12,721 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2017
Typical for 1972 Land Rover Series37,568 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGTN 489K
MakeLand Rover
ModelSeries
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,286cc
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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2017 12,721 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 12,572 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2015 12,451 miles

passenger footwell slightly corroaded

Pass 7 Jun 2014 12,313 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2013 12,218 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2012 11,846 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2012 11,843 miles

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

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

Offside Front Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 6 Jun 2011 6,319 miles

oil leak from engine

Pass 7 May 2010 3,570 miles
Fail 5 May 2010 3,570 miles

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 14 May 2009 2,135 miles
Fail 14 May 2009 2,135 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Nearside Rear brake drum contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

o/s/f floor slight corrosion

Pass 19 Mar 2008 1,893 miles

small hole under carpet n/s front

Fail 13 Mar 2008 1,889 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 2 Apr 2007 1,729 miles

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

Pass 10 Apr 2006 1,565 miles

How Reliable is the Land Rover Series?

Based on 2,274 MOT tests across 196 vehicles.

69.6%
Pass Rate
504
Miles/Year
66
Year Lifespan
196
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 134
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 130
Stop lamp not working 106
Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush 92
position lamp(s) not working 78
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GTN 489K is a 1972 Land Rover Series in Blue with a 2,286cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1972 Land Rover Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.2% with a typical mileage of 37,568 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Land Rover Series fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 134 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GTN 489K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Land Rover Series typically stays on UK roads for around 66 years. At 54 years old, this Land Rover Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GTN 489K registered?

GTN 489K is a 1972 Land Rover Series, first registered on 17 March 1972.

Is GTN 489K safe to buy?

The MOT history for GTN 489K shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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