1959 LAND ROVER 2.5L DIESEL

The most recent MOT for this 1959 Land Rover was recorded on 2012-05-29, with no defects noted at 158,040 miles. However, the vehicle has not undergone an MOT test since then, leaving its current condition unknown. The last recorded failures occurred in 2010, with multiple issues including defective seat belts, insecure headlamps, non-functional stop lamps, and bodywork defects like a hole in the nearside rear quarter panel. These failures also highlighted mechanical concerns such as play in both front wheel bearings and an insecure earth cable. A recurring pattern of electrical and bodywork issues is evident, particularly in 2010. While the 2010-05-29 MOT (after the failure) noted minor defects like discolored direction indicators and wheel bearing play, no major failures were recorded. The 2011 and 2012 MOTs showed no defects, suggesting potential repairs or temporary fixes. However, the lack of recent testing makes it impossible to confirm if these issues were resolved or if new problems have emerged. The vehicle’s mileage of 158,040 miles over 67 years equates to roughly 2,359 miles per year, which is exceptionally low for its age. This could indicate long periods of inactivity, increasing risks of corrosion, degraded rubber components, and electrical faults.