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NJY 656J

1971 Land Rover 2A

Green Diesel 2286cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2019
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

51,596 mi
Last recorded51,596 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2018
Typical for 1971 Land Rover 2A52,532 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNJY 656J
MakeLand Rover
Model2A
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,286cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2018 51,596 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2016 51,584 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 22 Jul 2015 51,576 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 51,588 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 3,554 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2008 3,499 miles

Battery insecure

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)

all tyres starting to perish

drivers door mirror cracked

nearside door mirror cracked

Fail 8 Aug 2008 3,499 miles

Nearside Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incomplete (1.5.A1b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

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

Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Battery insecure

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)

all tyres starting to perish

drivers door mirror cracked

nearside door mirror cracked

Pass 24 Jan 2007 3,458 miles

How Reliable is the Land Rover 2A?

Based on 4,860 MOT tests across 474 vehicles.

77.8%
Pass Rate
539
Miles/Year
66
Year Lifespan
474
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 226
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 150
Stop lamp not working 127
brake binding 111
position lamp(s) not working 107
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NJY 656J is a 1971 Land Rover 2A in Green with a 2,286cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 NJY 656J, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was NJY 656J registered?

NJY 656J is a 1971 Land Rover 2A, first registered on 2 April 1971.

Is NJY 656J safe to buy?

The MOT history for NJY 656J shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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