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MBT 302T

1978 Land Rover 109

Blue Diesel 2286cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2017
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

84,389 mi
Last recorded84,389 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2016
Typical for 1978 Land Rover 10949,238 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMBT 302T
MakeLand Rover
Model109
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,286cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2016 84,389 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

all tyres perished

steering box area damp

Pass 5 Aug 2015 9,723 miles

tyres perished

underside slightly corroded

Pass 21 Dec 2013 95,045 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2012 94,924 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2012 94,922 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer missing (7.2.4c)

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

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 Oct 2011 14,326 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2010 12,027 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2010 12,027 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive play in an outer ball joint (2.5.B.2a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 4 Nov 2009 11,854 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2009 11,854 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear Body or chassis is cracked, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

Pass 27 Oct 2008 11,348 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2007 1,738 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2006 97,638 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2006 97,638 miles

Front Service brake is causing the steering wheel to severely pull one way (3.7.C.2)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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MBT 302T is a 1978 Land Rover 109 in Blue with a 2,286cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 MBT 302T, 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 MBT 302T registered?

MBT 302T is a 1978 Land Rover 109, first registered on 14 August 1978.

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The MOT history for MBT 302T shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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