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RLU 169R

1976 Land Rover SWB

White Petrol 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2018
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

70,329 mi
Last recorded70,329 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2017
Typical for 1976 Land Rover SWB63,265 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRLU 169R
MakeLand Rover
ModelSWB
Year1976
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,500cc
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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2017 70,329 miles

Front wiper blades poor.

Oil leak ()

Passengers seat missing at time of test.

Fail 7 Aug 2017 70,329 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Exhaust catching on underside of vehicle

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

Oil leak ()

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Wiper blades poor

Pass 15 Jan 2015 78,282 miles

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

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

exhaust hits gearbox mounting

Pass 3 Jan 2014 70,329 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2013 69,317 miles

blue/white smoke emitted from exhaust,close to excess

Fail 3 Jan 2013 69,275 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Inner Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Inner Track rod end inappropriately modified (2.2.C.1e)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

long service brake travel (soft)

n/s headlamp slightly discoloured(smoke in lamp)

n/s/f suspension lower lock tab not secured

Fail 27 Jul 2009 69,236 miles

Exhaust emits dense blue smoke at idle (7.4.A.1)

Exhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (7.4.A2)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Offside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated and seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has a deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Windscreen washer control missing (8.2.1a)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak

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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RLU 169R is a 1976 Land Rover SWB in White with a 2,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1976 Land Rover SWB models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.1% with a typical mileage of 63,265 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 RLU 169R, 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 50 years old, this Land Rover SWB is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RLU 169R?

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What year was RLU 169R registered?

RLU 169R is a 1976 Land Rover SWB, first registered on 3 December 1976.

Is RLU 169R safe to buy?

The MOT history for RLU 169R shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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