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A194 VYC

1983 Land Rover 88

Green Petrol 2250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2024
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

84,495 mi
Last recorded84,495 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2023
Typical for 1983 Land Rover 8857,341 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA194 VYC
MakeLand Rover
Model88
Year1983
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,250cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2023 84,495 miles

Offside Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Fail 16 May 2023 84,477 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Side repeater missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Side repeater missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 19 Apr 2022 89,241 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2022 89,241 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Apr 2021 84,084 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2021 84,084 miles

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Pass 25 Mar 2020 83,879 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2020 83,879 miles

Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Mar 2019 83,534 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2017 83,376 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2016 82,677 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 18 Aug 2015 81,401 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2014 80,847 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 80,031 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2012 79,626 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2011 78,900 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2010 77,866 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2009 77,022 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2007 76,881 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 8 Jun 2007 76,881 miles
Pass 8 May 2006 76,732 miles

all 4 tyres showing signs of slight cracking on inner and outer walls

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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A194 VYC is a 1983 Land Rover 88 in Green with a 2,250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 A194 VYC, 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 A194 VYC?

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What year was A194 VYC registered?

A194 VYC is a 1983 Land Rover 88, first registered on 31 December 1983.

Is A194 VYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for A194 VYC shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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