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LXS 312

1947 Willys Jeep

Green Petrol 2200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2013
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

4,545 mi
Last recorded4,545 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2012
Typical for 1947 Willys Jeep13,523 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLXS 312
MakeWillys
ModelJeep
Year1947
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,200cc
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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2012 4,545 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2012 4,545 miles

Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 15 Jul 2011 4,537 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2009 4,527 miles

CLUTCH NOISE

FUEL LEAK PUMP ?

MASTER CYLINDER ? FLUID LEAK

Fail 15 Oct 2009 4,527 miles

CLUTCH NOISE

FUEL LEAK PUMP ?

Inner Front Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)

MASTER CYLINDER ? FLUID LEAK

Fail 30 Sep 2009 4,516 miles

Centre Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)

Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)

Steering wheel in a condition that hampers proper control (2.1.1)

both front and rear diff,s oil leaks

choke not working

clutch thurst noisey

front prop shaft hardy spicer movement

front wipers slow

gearbox oil leaks

slight fluid leak at brake master cylinder

Pass 1 Oct 2008 4,501 miles

steering box worn

top steering column bush worn

rear differential oil leak

gearbox oil leak

Pass 17 Jul 2007 4,455 miles

engine and gearbox oil leak

front steering idler arm slight play

Pass 28 Jun 2006 4,424 miles

How Reliable is the Willys Jeep?

Based on 2,990 MOT tests across 494 vehicles.

89.1%
Pass Rate
226
Miles/Year
84
Year Lifespan
494
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 58
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 39
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 36
position lamp(s) not working 31
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 27
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LXS 312 is a 1947 Willys Jeep in Green with a 2,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1947 Willys Jeep models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.1% with a typical mileage of 13,523 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 Willys Jeep fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 58 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LXS 312, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Willys Jeep typically stays on UK roads for around 84 years. At 79 years old, this Willys Jeep is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LXS 312 registered?

LXS 312 is a 1947 Willys Jeep, first registered on 27 November 1947.

Is LXS 312 safe to buy?

The MOT history for LXS 312 shows 9 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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