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SGK 897

1956 Land Rover Pick Up

Green Petrol 225cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2011
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

93,655 mi
Last recorded93,655 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2010
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSGK 897
MakeLand Rover
ModelPick Up
Year1956
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine225cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Fail 3 Feb 2010 93,655 miles

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

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

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

Pass 3 Feb 2010 93,655 miles

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

How Reliable is the Land Rover Pick Up?

Based on 2,252 MOT tests across 213 vehicles.

71.6%
Pass Rate
629
Miles/Year
62
Year Lifespan
213
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 93
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 83
Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush 72
Stop lamp not working 69
Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 55
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SGK 897 is a 1956 Land Rover Pick Up in Green with a 225cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

The most common reason a Land Rover Pick Up fails its MOT is suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 93 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SGK 897, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Land Rover Pick Up typically stays on UK roads for around 62 years. At 70 years old, this Land Rover Pick Up is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SGK 897 registered?

SGK 897 is a 1956 Land Rover Pick Up, first registered on 2 February 1956.

Is SGK 897 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SGK 897 shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SGK 897 have outstanding finance?

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