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A129 GVT

1983 Land Rover 88

Blue Petrol 2286cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Mar 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

62,204 mi
Last recorded62,204 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2026
Typical for 1983 Land Rover 8857,341 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA129 GVT
MakeLand Rover
Model88
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,286cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 16 Mar 2026 62,204 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2025 62,150 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2024 62,035 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2023 61,928 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2022 61,837 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2021 61,738 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2020 61,658 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2019 61,558 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2018 61,224 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2017 61,053 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2015 61,012 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2014 60,951 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2013 60,856 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2012 60,772 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2011 60,696 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2010 60,577 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2009 60,338 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2008 60,102 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2007 59,826 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2006 59,617 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2005 59,070 miles

How Reliable is the Land Rover 88?

Based on 159,893 MOT tests across 17,464 vehicles.

69.1%
Pass Rate
519
Miles/Year
67
Year Lifespan
17,464
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 11,810
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 8,518
Stop lamp not working 6,823
position lamp(s) not working 5,297
Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 4,631
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A129 GVT is a 1983 Land Rover 88 in Blue with a 2,286cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1983 Land Rover 88 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.3% with a typical mileage of 57,341 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Land Rover 88 fails its MOT is suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 11,810 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A129 GVT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Land Rover 88 typically stays on UK roads for around 67 years. At 43 years old, this Land Rover 88 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A129 GVT?

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What year was A129 GVT registered?

A129 GVT is a 1983 Land Rover 88, first registered on 8 August 1983.

Is A129 GVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for A129 GVT shows 21 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A129 GVT have outstanding finance?

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