£11,200 (Est: £10,000 - £12,000)
1971 Land Rover Series IIa 109in
Brightwells • UK • 6 Aug 2025
Market Position:
Lower Mid-Market
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£11,200 (Est: £10,000 - £12,000)
1971 Land Rover Series IIa 109in
UK • 6 Aug 2025
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1978 Land Rover Series IIA 109" is a well-maintained classic in Bronze Green with Limestone accents, boasting a recent engine rebuild and a history with local owners. Eligible for the Italian Job charity run, it combines vintage charm with practical features like a tow bar and updated seating.
Condition
7
The car is described as "well-cared for" and "proudly shining," but there is no mention of a recent restoration. The car has had an engine rebuild in 2015 and regular MOT checks, suggesting it is in solid mechanical condition. However, the age implies that slight wear is visible.
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75,410 miles (via 2018 MOT)
25120254H
RHD
United Kingdom
Manual
BAL601T
1971
Auction
£11,200 (Est: £10,000 - £12,000)
1971 Land Rover Series IIa 109in
Brightwells • UK • 6 Aug 2025
Market Position:
Lower Mid-Market
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Description
Description A fine example indeed; iconic Bronze green and Limestone colours; eminently versatile and useable; eligible for the classic The Italian Job charity run to Turin Italy!
First registered in September 1978 this fine example of the Series IIA 109” long wheelbase was known as the workhorse of the empire, being the go-to vehicle for military, agricultural and expedition use.
This well-cared for example has spent over 13 years with the current owner and previous to this with another local owner for just over seven years.
Seen here proudly shining in the iconic Bronze green with the Limestone roof, bonnet mounted spare wheel, wire light guards, tow bar, mud flaps, rear step and a fabulous dashboard with a full complement of gauges and switchgear Additional comfort is available thanks to the addition of some later Rover style seats up front with side mounted bench in the rear.
The engine springs into life with the unmistakable sound of these unstoppable diesel engines and has be...
Price Analysis vs Other Series IIA 109s
£2,138
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£16,526
Median Price (Since 2020)
£125,802
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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Previous Series IIA 109 Sales
MOT Information
Expired
Expired on 11th Jun 2019
Latest MOT mileage:
75,410 miles
MOT History
Passed
On 12th Jun 2018, 75,410 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Failed
On 4th Jun 2018, 75,408 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Major:
- Offside Rear Hydraulic fluid leaking excessively brake drum (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Advisory:
- Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Passed
On 8th Jun 2017, 74,990 miles
There were 4 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
- Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
- Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
- Oil leak
Failed
On 1st Jun 2017, 74,989 miles
There were 6 defects noted.
Fail:
- Offside Rear Service brake grabbing severely (3.7.C.2)
- Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)
Advisory:
- Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
- Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
- Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
- Oil leak
MOT Mileage Trend
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