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VYJ 537

1960 Land Rover 2A

Green Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

9,606 mi
Last recorded9,606 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2017
Typical for 1960 Land Rover 2A41,247 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVYJ 537
MakeLand Rover
Model2A
Year1960
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc
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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2017 9,606 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2016 8,428 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2015 3,144 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2014 97,312 miles

Oil leak

Pass 9 Nov 2013 95,153 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2012 91,229 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2011 88,106 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2010 87,362 miles

off side mirrow damaged

Pass 13 Oct 2009 85,808 miles

chassis heavily undersealed.

Pass 23 Apr 2008 27,278 miles

corrosion forming to under of vehicle

slight play in steering both sides

slight play in steering box

Fail 7 Apr 2008 27,278 miles

Front Steering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

corroded forming to under side of vehicle

slight play in steering both sides

How Reliable is the Land Rover 2A?

Based on 4,860 MOT tests across 474 vehicles.

77.8%
Pass Rate
539
Miles/Year
66
Year Lifespan
474
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 226
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 150
Stop lamp not working 127
brake binding 111
position lamp(s) not working 107
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VYJ 537 is a 1960 Land Rover 2A in Green with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1960 Land Rover 2A models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.7% with a typical mileage of 41,247 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Land Rover 2A fails its MOT is suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 226 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VYJ 537, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Land Rover 2A typically stays on UK roads for around 66 years. At 66 years old, this Land Rover 2A is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VYJ 537 registered?

VYJ 537 is a 1960 Land Rover 2A, first registered on 4 January 1960.

Is VYJ 537 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VYJ 537 shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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