Est: £6,000 - £7,000
1971 Land Rover Series IIa
United Kingdom • 24 Jun 2026 • Lot 85
Vehicle Details
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Condition
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[Transmission]
Transmission:
[Chassis No]
Chassis No:
Odometer:
[Odometer Reading]
CAH392K
Reg Number:
RHD/LHD:
[RHD/LHD]
Very late Series IIa identifiable by its H-suffix VIN; Fairey-type overdrive and free-wheeling hubs; benefiting from a subtle but well-judged recommissioning; new wiring loom, carburettor, fuel pump, head gasket with new valves, and a braking system overhaulThis 1971 Land Rover Series late IIa returns to Brightwells in fine health, having benefited from a subtle but well-judged recommissioning since it was last sold.
The vendor has invested considerable time, care and affection into this handsome little 4x4, and it shows.Recent work includes a new wiring loom, carburettor, fuel pump, head gasket with new valves, and a braking system overhaul — all sensible and valuable improvements on a classic Land Rover.
The vendor assures us that the chassis is in good order, avoiding the dreaded corrosion that so often affects these vehicles.
A late IIa petrol example, it is also fitted with an overdrive, making it more usable on modern roads.This is a very late Series IIa, identifiable by its H...
Points of note
£560
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£9,288
Median Price (Since 2020)
£59,554
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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MOT Information
Expired
Expired on Jun 19 2018
Latest MOT Mileage
16,781 miles
Registration Date
1971-08-01
MOT History
Passed
On Jun 15 2017 with 16,781 miles
There were 5 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- Electrical wiring deteriorated, but not likey to cause a short Under bonnet (1.9.2b)
- Nearside Rear Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)
- Offside Rear Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)
- Rear fog light not working (but required )
Failed
On Jun 15 2017 with 16,781 miles
There were 9 defects noted.
Fail:
- Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
- Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
- Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
- Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
Advisory:
- Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- Electrical wiring deteriorated, but not likey to cause a short Under bonnet (1.9.2b)
- Nearside Rear Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)
- Offside Rear Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)
- Rear fog light not working (but required )
Passed
On Jun 16 2016 with 16,215 miles
There were 5 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Rear Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)
- Offside Rear Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)
- Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- Rear fog light not working
- Electrical wiring deteriorated, but not likey to cause a short Under bonnet (1.9.2b)
Passed
On May 30 2015 with 15,449 miles
There were 3 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Rear Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)
- Offside Rear Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)
- Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Passed
On Jun 13 2014 with 14,551 miles
There were 3 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Rear Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)
- Offside Rear Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)
User Entered:
- rear fog lamps not working
Failed
On Jun 09 2014 with 14,550 miles
There were 8 defects noted.
Fail:
- Battery insecure (1.9.1)
- Inner Front Upper Electrical wiring insecure (1.9.2a)
- Nearside Front Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)
- Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Advisory:
- Nearside Rear Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)
- Offside Rear Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)
User Entered:
- rear fog lamps not working
Passed
On Jun 06 2013 with 13,192 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Rear Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)
User Entered:
- o/s/f wheel bearing noisey
Passed
On Jun 11 2012 with 11,860 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Passed
On Jun 14 2011 with 11,016 miles
Failed
On Jun 09 2011 with 11,013 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Fail:
- Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
Passed
On Jun 07 2010 with 10,345 miles
Passed
On Jun 18 2009 with 9,495 miles
Failed
On Jun 15 2009 with 9,494 miles
There were 4 defects noted, with 1 deemed dangerous.
Fail:
- Steering box insecure (2.2.B.1a)
- Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
- Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
- (Dangerous) Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
Passed
On Jun 05 2008 with 8,615 miles
Passed
On Jun 15 2007 with 7,579 miles
There were 3 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
- Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
- Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)
Failed
On Jun 14 2007 with 7,879 miles
There were 4 defects noted.
Fail:
- Offside Rear brake drum contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)
Advisory:
- Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
- Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
- Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
Passed
On Jun 16 2006 with 6,720 miles
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