he could use teh excuse he was towing houses....

meh - i have a zx with more miles than that on the original clutch

3 nutters with a full load.  

   
Must resist urge to make smutty joke......arghhh

In the UK this is tested:

Vehicle Identification Number

Not more than one different identification number should be present on a vehicle first used on or after 1 August 1980. However, the same number may be displayed in more than one place.
Registration Plate

Condition, security, legibility and format of letters/numbers.
Lights

Condition, operation, security and correct colour. The headlamps will also be checked to see if the aim is correct.
Steering and Suspension

Correct condition and operation
Wipers/Washers

Operate to give the driver a clear view of the road
Windscreen

Condition and drivers view of the road
Horn

Correct operation and type
Seatbelts

All seatbelts installed are checked for type, condition, operation and security. All compulsory seatbelts must be in place.
Seats

Front seats secure. Front and rear backseats can be secured in the upright position.
Fuel System

No leaks, fuel cap fastens correctly and seals securely. The fuel cap will need to be opened. Make sure the key is available.
Exhaust Emissions

Vehicle meets the requirement for exhaust emission. These vary on the age and fuel type of the vehicle.
Exhaust System

Complete, secure, without serious leaks and silences effectively.
Vehicle Structure

Free from excessive corrosion or damage in specific areas. No sharp edges.
Doors

Open and close. Latch securely in closed position. Front doors should open from inside and outside the vehicle. Rear doors may need to be opened to gain access to testable items.
Mirrors

Presence, condition and security
Wheels and Tyres

Condition, security, tyre size/type and tread depth. Spare tyres are not inspected.
Brakes

Condition operation and performance (efficiency test). Wheels are not removed during the test. The tester only examined what they can see, reach or feel.

Compared to in Ireland it aint much to pass an MoT at all....

In the UK this is tested:

Vehicle Identification Number

Not more than one different identification number should be present on a vehicle first used on or after 1 August 1980. However, the same number may be displayed in more than one place.
Registration Plate

Condition, security, legibility and format of letters/numbers.
Lights

Condition, operation, security and correct colour. The headlamps will also be checked to see if the aim is correct.
Steering and Suspension

Correct condition and operation
Wipers/Washers

Operate to give the driver a clear view of the road
Windscreen

Condition and drivers view of the road
Horn

Correct operation and type
Seatbelts

All seatbelts installed are checked for type, condition, operation and security. All compulsory seatbelts must be in place.
Seats

Front seats secure. Front and rear backseats can be secured in the upright position.
Fuel System

No leaks, fuel cap fastens correctly and seals securely. The fuel cap will need to be opened. Make sure the key is available.
Exhaust Emissions

Vehicle meets the requirement for exhaust emission. These vary on the age and fuel type of the vehicle.
Exhaust System

Complete, secure, without serious leaks and silences effectively.
Vehicle Structure

Free from excessive corrosion or damage in specific areas. No sharp edges.
Doors

Open and close. Latch securely in closed position. Front doors should open from inside and outside the vehicle. Rear doors may need to be opened to gain access to testable items.
Mirrors

Presence, condition and security
Wheels and Tyres

Condition, security, tyre size/type and tread depth. Spare tyres are not inspected.
Brakes

Condition operation and performance (efficiency test). Wheels are not removed during the test. The tester only examined what they can see, reach or feel.

Compared to in Ireland it aint much to pass an MoT at all....

IMPORTANT : NOT IN THE UK - this is the joke of an MoT you have on the mainland - over here we get :

http://www.dvtani.gov.uk/vehicletesting/viewteststages.asp

Hmm, Hilux invincible is a beast and has LOTS of toys, Id get one.

Parts will be cheaper than the defender, Id assume. It wont break down as much as the defender. And if the Lada Niva needs a new radiator after a few months, you cant exactly go down to your local Lada dealer and get a new one.

Id go with the Hilux.

Lada parts = scrappies or generics Think thats where my mum gets parts for her samara when stuff went wrong with it. Think my dads bodged on some ford parts to it too no idea what though.

I wouldnt buy a car from Ireland, probably got a carbomb in there.

hmm, what is it and all you guys with bombs ?