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VJW 260H

1970 Land Rover Unknown

Blue Petrol 2286cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

126 mi
Last recorded126 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 1970 Land Rover Unknown63,226 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVJW 260H
MakeLand Rover
ModelUnknown
Year1970
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,286cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 126 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2026 124 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Dipswitch operation does not extinguish all main beam headlamps leaving at least one pair of dipped beam headlamps main / dip working the wrong way on switch (4.1.3 (b))

Pass 15 May 2024 1 miles
Fail 14 May 2024 1 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play both (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Steering box has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel to the extent that safe steering is affected (steering box fitted) (2.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Steering box has relative movement to chassis/bodywork (2.1.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Steering box insecure to the extent there is excessive movement at the mountings (2.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Steering linkage ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment locking devices missing on drop arm (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

exhaust loose on manifold

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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VJW 260H is a 1970 Land Rover Unknown in Blue with a 2,286cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1970 Land Rover Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.6% with a typical mileage of 63,226 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 Unknown fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 35 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VJW 260H, 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 56 years old, this Land Rover Unknown is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VJW 260H?

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What year was VJW 260H registered?

VJW 260H is a 1970 Land Rover Unknown, first registered on 31 December 1970.

Is VJW 260H safe to buy?

The MOT history for VJW 260H shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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