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A201 KEX

1983 Land Rover 88

Green Diesel 2286cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Oct 2026
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

9,292 mi
Last recorded9,292 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2025
Typical for 1983 Land Rover 8857,341 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA201 KEX
MakeLand Rover
Model88
Year1983
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,286cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 6 Oct 2025 9,292 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both bottom bushes (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 4 Oct 2024 9,282 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2023 9,282 miles

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

front hub seals slightly leaking

Pass 22 Oct 2019
Pass 17 Oct 2018 9,282 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2017 10,550 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2016 9,012 miles

fuel tank area wet but not dripping or leaking

Pass 16 Jan 2009
Pass 16 Jan 2008 5,043 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2007 3,106 miles

Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

slight oil leak on front swivel seals

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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A201 KEX is a 1983 Land Rover 88 in Green with a 2,286cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 A201 KEX, 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

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What year was A201 KEX registered?

A201 KEX is a 1983 Land Rover 88, first registered on 3 November 1983.

Is A201 KEX safe to buy?

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