£5,320
1955 Land Rover Series I 86" Petrol
United Kingdom • 13 Sept 2023
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1955 Land Rover Series I has been heavily modified with a Rover V8 engine, later axles, and coil springs. While it has a sound chassis and recent engine work, its history is limited and the buyer needs to determine the precise make-up.
Condition
6
While the description highlights a strong chassis, rot-free rear cross-member, and recent engine overhaul, it also mentions that the car comes with 'little in the way of history.' The description uses language like 'funky' to describe the Land Rover, suggesting some modifications. The presence of later axles, coil springs, a V8 engine, and a Range Rover gearbox indicate modifications, and the listing is looking for the buyer to decide the precise make-up. Moderate wear on exterior, interior, and/or wheels, and some reconditioning may be required.
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[Transmission]
Transmission:
57102987
Chassis No:
Odometer:
[Odometer Reading]
PLF385
Reg Number:
RHD/LHD:
RHD
Description 'Custard'; Rover V8 powered off-roader; later axles and coil springs; nicely prepared with a sound chassis for work or play First registered in March 1955 as a home market 86" Series I, this funky Land Rover comes with little in the way of history, but plenty to like about its build and condition.
The chassis sits on later axles and coil springs with a 3,5-litre V8 fitted at the front.
The bulkhead is strong and the rear cross-member is rot-free.
In 2021 the engine received a top-end overhaul, the bill totalling nearly £1,600.
It looks to have had a new inlet manifold and carburettor.
We also think it has a gearbox from a Range-Rover - which may point to the source of the engine too, but we will let you decide on its precise make-up.
Offering strong performance and more modern road manners thanks to the coil springs, this looks like a lot of fun - both on and off-road.
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Points of note
£3,488
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£13,270
Median Price (Since 2020)
£50,625
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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MOT Information
Expired
Expired on Dec 27 2020
Latest MOT Mileage
94,075 miles
Registration Date
1955-03-03
MOT History
Passed
On Jun 28 2019 with 94,075 miles
Passed
On Feb 08 2018 with 94,075 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
- Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
Passed
On Feb 14 2017 with 93,904 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
- Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
Failed
On Feb 10 2017 with 93,901 miles
There were 4 defects noted.
Fail:
- Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- Offside Front Intermediate drop arm insecure locking washer not fitted and movement in arm (2.2.B.1a)
Advisory:
- Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
- Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
Failed
On Oct 20 2016 with 93,881 miles
There were 12 defects noted.
Fail:
- Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
- Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- Steering box has a significant oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
- Offside Rear brake disc contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)
- Offside Front brake disc contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)
- Steering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)
- Centre Rear Upper Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
- Centre Rear Upper Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
Advisory:
- Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
- Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
Failed
On Dec 22 2011 with 45,971 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Pass after Rectification at Station:
- Nearside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)
- Offside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)
Passed
On Dec 22 2011 with 45,971 miles
Passed
On Jun 26 2010 with 45,694 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
Failed
On Jun 22 2010 with 45,679 miles
There were 10 defects noted.
Fail:
- Position lamp switch insecure (1.1.A.1)
- Headlamp switch insecure (1.7.1)
- Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
- Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- Nearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
- Offside Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)
- Offside Rear brake disc contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)
- rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
- rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)
Advisory:
- Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
Passed
On Apr 29 2009 with 45,095 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
User Entered:
- n/s transfere box mounting split
Failed
On Apr 28 2009 with 45,095 miles
There were 5 defects noted.
Fail:
- Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- Nearside Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)
- Rear Towbar component insecure (6.6.1)
Advisory:
- Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
User Entered:
- n/s transfere box mounting split
Passed
On May 14 2008 with 44,917 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- Offside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
Failed
On Apr 30 2008 with 44,917 miles
There were 7 defects noted, with 1 deemed dangerous.
Fail:
- Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)
- Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
- Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)
- Centre Steering column universal joint is excessively deteriorated (2.1.5)
- (Dangerous) Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
Advisory:
- Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- Offside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
Passed
On May 02 2007 with 44,804 miles
Failed
On Apr 23 2007 with 44,804 miles
There were 9 defects noted.
Fail:
- Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
- Lower Steering column universal joint has excessive play (2.1.5)
- Front Panhard rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- Front Radius arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- Rear Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
Advisory:
- Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
- Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
User Entered:
- battery warning light comes on with indicator warning lamp
Passed
On Apr 28 2006 with 41,782 miles
Failed
On Apr 27 2006 with 41,782 miles
There were 9 defects noted.
Fail:
- Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
- Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
- Driver's door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a)
- Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- Power steering pump leaking from a failed component (2.3.3b)
- Upper Steering column universal joint has excessive play (2.1.5)
Advisory:
- Nearside Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
- Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
User Entered:
- both tractor housings weeping oil
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