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KNH 778G

1969 Land Rover Series

Blue Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2014
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

4,159 mi
Last recorded4,159 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2013
Typical for 1969 Land Rover Series33,446 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKNH 778G
MakeLand Rover
ModelSeries
Year1969
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc
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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2013 4,159 miles

Exhaust in poor condition

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Oil leaks

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

service light on

Pass 22 Sep 2012 4,029 miles

Exhaust mounts poor condition

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside front swivel leaking

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 18 Jun 2011 3,830 miles

Engine starting to smoke

Front grill panel corroding

Offside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Oil leaks

Pass 19 Jun 2010 3,341 miles

Offside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Oil leak

Propshaft component defective

Small oil leaks from front hub seals

nearside front chassis starting to corroad

Pass 23 May 2009 4,160 miles

Bulk head starting to corroad

Off side front sphear starting to corroad

Oil leak

Uneven tyre wear nearside front tyre

Fail 16 May 2009 4,160 miles

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Bulk head starting to corroad

Off side front sphear starting to corroad

Oil leak

Rear brakes noisy

Uneven tyre wear nearside front tyre

Pass 19 May 2008 33,448 miles
Fail 17 May 2008 33,448 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)

Offside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

offside front swivel has slight surface corrosion

Pass 31 May 2007 33,443 miles

Both front hub seals slightly damp

Both rear chassis rails starting to corrode

General oil leaks

Fail 31 May 2007 33,443 miles

Both front hub seals slightly damp

Both rear chassis rails starting to corrode

General oil leaks

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 19 May 2006 32,877 miles

Offside Front Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

brake test carried out by decelerometer - no kerb wieght

Fail 13 May 2006 32,871 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image too far to the right (1.6.B4)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Seat belt attachment fitting slightly deteriorated (5.2.3)

both front tractor joint seals damp

brake test carried out by decelerometer -- no kerb weight

front registration plate in poor condition

fuel tank damp

o/s/front inner bulkhead corroded

o/s/front road spring leaves starting to splay

steering joint dust cover split/missing

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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KNH 778G is a 1969 Land Rover Series in Blue with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1969 Land Rover Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.4% with a typical mileage of 33,446 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 Series fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 134 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KNH 778G, 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 57 years old, this Land Rover Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of KNH 778G?

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What year was KNH 778G registered?

KNH 778G is a 1969 Land Rover Series, first registered on 1 February 1969.

Is KNH 778G safe to buy?

The MOT history for KNH 778G shows 12 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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