MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
70,000 miAbove average mileage for this year
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Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)
Offside Front traction joint gaiter damaged has slight oil leak
front exhaust rubber mounting has seperated causing exhaust to knock on chassis rail .
oil leak
Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
Nearside Front Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)
Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
Offside Front Lower Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)
O/S slight hub leak
Oil leak
Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
Oil leak
Oil leak
oil leak from axle flanges
Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Oil leak
oil leak from axle flanges
Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)
Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)
Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)
Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
accident damage to offside rear wing
oil leak on engine
How Reliable is the Land Rover 2A?
Based on 4,860 MOT tests across 474 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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HPA 298K is a 1971 Land Rover 2A in Gold with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
Across all 1971 Land Rover 2A models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.2% with a typical mileage of 52,532 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 Land Rover 2A fails its MOT is suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 226 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HPA 298K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Land Rover 2A typically stays on UK roads for around 66 years. At 55 years old, this Land Rover 2A is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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How do I check the history of HPA 298K?
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What year was HPA 298K registered?
HPA 298K is a 1971 Land Rover 2A, first registered on 13 September 1971.
Is HPA 298K safe to buy?
The MOT history for HPA 298K shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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