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SMW 242G

1977 Land Rover Unknown

Green Diesel 2000cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

64,305 mi
Last recorded64,305 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2017
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSMW 242G
MakeLand Rover
ModelUnknown
Year1977
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 28 Jul 2017 64,305 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded leaf spring mounting (2.4.A.3)

Chassis excessively corroded

Exhaust centre mount broken but not inadequately supported

Front and rear leaf springs corroded

Front passenger door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)

Oil leak ()

Parking brake only just met requirement

Service brake only just met requirement

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

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

How Reliable is the Land Rover Unknown?

Based on 8,941 MOT tests across 2,560 vehicles.

83.4%
Pass Rate
4,412
Miles/Year
71
Year Lifespan
2,560
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 35
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 35
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SMW 242G is a 1977 Land Rover Unknown in Green with a 2,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

The most common reason a Land Rover Unknown fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 35 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SMW 242G, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Land Rover Unknown typically stays on UK roads for around 71 years. At 49 years old, this Land Rover Unknown is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was SMW 242G registered?

SMW 242G is a 1977 Land Rover Unknown, first registered on 11 May 1977.

Is SMW 242G safe to buy?

The MOT history for SMW 242G shows 1 test with a 0% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SMW 242G have outstanding finance?

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