1984 Land Rover 110 V8 SW P 3.5L Petrol · EXI 5021

The most recent MOT on 2022-12-15 showed a pass at 141,216 miles, but the prior test on 2022-11-22 recorded a failure at 141,148 miles. This narrow window of just 17 days between the two results suggests a possible inconsistency or administrative error, as the mileage difference is minimal (68 miles). No defects were recorded in either test, leaving the cause of the failure unclear. The MOT history shows repeated failures in 2019, including three consecutive failures between 2019-03-04 and 2019-05-11, all with no defects noted. These failures may indicate procedural issues, such as incomplete inspections or unrecorded defects, rather than mechanical problems. The lack of defect details in all entries limits the ability to assess specific risks, but the pattern of failures without recorded issues raises questions about the reliability of the MOT records. The vehicle’s mileage of 141,216 miles over 42 years equates to roughly 3,362 miles per year, which is unusually low. This could reflect long periods of inactivity, which may lead to issues like fluid degradation, battery drain, or corrosion. However, without evidence of such problems in the MOT history, the implication remains ambiguous. Lower mileage does not inherently indicate better condition if the vehicle has been stored improperly.