MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
6,910 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement handbrake (3.5.1k)
Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Offside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour lense broken (1.1.A.3e)
Offside Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light lense broken (1.2.1e)
Oil leak
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RJS 471L is a 1973 Land Rover Defender in Green with a 2,286cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
Across all 1973 Land Rover Defender models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.9% with a typical mileage of 62,835 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 Defender fails its MOT is shock absorber has an excessively worn bush, accounting for 77,499 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RJS 471L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Land Rover Defender typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 53 years old, this Land Rover Defender is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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How do I check the history of RJS 471L?
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What year was RJS 471L registered?
RJS 471L is a 1973 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 6 April 1973.
Is RJS 471L safe to buy?
The MOT history for RJS 471L shows 6 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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