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NRB 771D

1966 Land Rover SWB

Blue Diesel 2225cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2018
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

100,569 mi
Last recorded100,569 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2017
Typical for 1966 Land Rover SWB78,932 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNRB 771D
MakeLand Rover
ModelSWB
Year1966
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,225cc
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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2017 100,569 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2016 99,083 miles

Nearside Front Vertical play in swivel hub.

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion second mounting in from the rear (6.1.B.2)

Pass 12 Nov 2015 96,909 miles

Front axle seal leaking

Pass 5 Nov 2014 94,949 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2014 94,949 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 30 Oct 2013 92,995 miles

Front Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

slight play in nearside front wheel bearing

Pass 1 Nov 2012 91,173 miles

Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

steering system noisy on operation

Fail 29 Oct 2012 91,162 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

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

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

steering system noisy on operation

Pass 28 Nov 2011 88,886 miles

Offside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

drivers floor requires securing down

Fail 23 Nov 2011 88,886 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

drivers floor requires securing down

How Reliable is the Land Rover SWB?

Based on 5,400 MOT tests across 556 vehicles.

72.7%
Pass Rate
475
Miles/Year
70
Year Lifespan
556
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 263
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 230
Stop lamp not working 208
Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush 148
position lamp(s) not working 145
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NRB 771D is a 1966 Land Rover SWB in Blue with a 2,225cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1966 Land Rover SWB models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 78,932 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 SWB fails its MOT is suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 263 recorded failures. If you're considering buying NRB 771D, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Land Rover SWB typically stays on UK roads for around 70 years. At 60 years old, this Land Rover SWB is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of NRB 771D?

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What year was NRB 771D registered?

NRB 771D is a 1966 Land Rover SWB, first registered on 13 December 1966.

Is NRB 771D safe to buy?

The MOT history for NRB 771D shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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