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A253 SYM

1983 Land Rover 88

Blue Petrol 2300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2024
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

63,658 mi
Last recorded63,658 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2023
Typical for 1983 Land Rover 8857,341 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA253 SYM
MakeLand Rover
Model88
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,300cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2023 63,658 miles

Nearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 16 Jun 2022 63,293 miles
Pass 8 May 2021 62,864 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2021 62,840 miles

Offside Rear Brake drum contaminated oil dripping from brake drum (1.1.14 (b))

Offside Rear Brake lining(s) contaminated oil dripping from brake drum (1.1.13 (b))

Offside Rear Oil leaking excessively from transmission oil leak from brake drum all over tyre inner sidewall (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Dec 2019 61,811 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2018 61,003 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2017 59,659 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2016 59,270 miles

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

Pass 3 Jun 2015 67,812 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 65,279 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 65,248 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 64,822 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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A253 SYM is a 1983 Land Rover 88 in Blue with a 2,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 A253 SYM, 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 A253 SYM registered?

A253 SYM is a 1983 Land Rover 88, first registered on 30 August 1983.

Is A253 SYM safe to buy?

The MOT history for A253 SYM shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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