£11,812
1955 Land Rover Series I 107
H&H Auctioneers • UK • 29 Nov 2023
Market Position:
Lower Mid-Market
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£11,812
1955 Land Rover Series I 107
UK • 29 Nov 2023
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1955 Land Rover Series I 107'' sold for £11,812. It features a galvanized chassis, a 2.0-litre petrol engine, and has a credible 72,000 miles recorded. It's believed to be an ex-RAF vehicle, with current ownership of 23 years.
Condition
7
While the car has been well-maintained and benefits from a galvanized chassis, new petrol tank, and other improvements, it is still a 1955 vehicle with 72,000 miles. The description mentions 'light use' and 'regular maintenance,' suggesting it's not in pristine condition but well-cared for. Given its age and modifications, it likely falls into the 'Good' to 'Very Good' range.
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72,000 miles
57201147
RHD
United Kingdom
Manual
KFF 555
1955
Auction
£11,812
1955 Land Rover Series I 107
H&H Auctioneers • UK • 29 Nov 2023
Market Position:
Lower Mid-Market
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Description
Designed by Maurice Wilks in 1947, a Land-Rover rates highly on any list of the world's most significant vehicles, and the earlier - and therefore purer - the better.
By the 1957 model year, during which this example was made, weak points had been ironed out to bring the 4x4 to a specification that would last for decades.
A simple ladder frame chassis, steel bulkhead and rugged square-formed aluminium panels created a strong workhorse for light industrial, countryside and military use alike.
In 1954, 86-inch and 107-inch wheelbases were introduced, and by 1957, a 'high-speed' 2-litre diesel motor was added to the power options.
This diesel engine necessitated Solihull lengthening the front part of the chassis, bringing the Landie to its 88-inch and 109-inch wheelbases which then ran until the introduction of coil springing in the mid-1980s.
Manufactured in 1955, chassis number 57201147 is reputed to have been supplied new to the Royal Air Force.
Fitted with a 2.0-litre straight-f...
Price Analysis vs Other Series I 107s
£2,500
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£14,052
Median Price (Since 2020)
£35,560
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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Previous Series I 107 Sales
MOT Information
Expired
Expired on 3rd Jul 2026
Latest MOT mileage:
72,022 miles
MOT History
Passed
On 4th Jul 2025, 72,022 miles
There were 5 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Rear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
- Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- Offside Front Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
- Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Passed
On 19th Apr 2012, 65,940 miles
Passed
On 31st Mar 2011, 65,267 miles
Passed
On 23rd Nov 2009, 64,681 miles
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