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VRH 422W

1981 Land Rover SWB

Green Diesel 2286cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Mar 2027
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

40,003 mi
Last recorded40,003 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 1981 Land Rover SWB34,164 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVRH 422W
MakeLand Rover
ModelSWB
Year1981
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,286cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2026 40,003 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2023 37,217 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2020 37,191 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Dec 2019 37,141 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2018 37,114 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Nov 2017 37,099 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2017 37,094 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 8 Dec 2016 34,384 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2015 34,340 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 34,298 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 34,198 miles
Fail 24 May 2013 34,185 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

nearside front wheel bearing is geting noisy

Fail 29 Feb 2012 34,142 miles

Nearside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 29 Feb 2012 34,142 miles

Nearside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

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

Fail 14 Dec 2010 34,077 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Dec 2010 34,077 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Jan 2010 28,137 miles

slight play in n/s king pin

Pass 28 Apr 2009 25,605 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2009 25,605 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror seriously deteriorated, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 26 Jun 2008 25,570 miles

Oil leaks.

Some play in front hubs.

Underbody corroding.

Pass 12 Jun 2007 25,456 miles

Front swivels damp and some play.

Engine oil leaks.

Some play in steering joints and box.

Pass 31 May 2006 25,305 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2006 25,305 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Rear fog lamp insecure (1.3.2a)

front wheel bearing play mot ok

advise replacing brake pipes across rear axle

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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VRH 422W is a 1981 Land Rover SWB in Green with a 2,286cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

Across all 1981 Land Rover SWB models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.0% with a typical mileage of 34,164 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 VRH 422W, 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 45 years old, this Land Rover SWB is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VRH 422W registered?

VRH 422W is a 1981 Land Rover SWB, first registered on 31 December 1981.

Is VRH 422W safe to buy?

The MOT history for VRH 422W shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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