MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
81,320 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Fuel pipe leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
Offside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
Offside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength front (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Offside Front Upper Leaf spring shackle pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Offside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength spring mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Offside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength shocker area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
Nearside Front swivel hub was slight oil leak
Nearside Rear Upper Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Offside Front Upper Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Fuel hose leaking filter to pump (6.1.3 (b) (i))
Nearside Front swivel hub was slight oil leak
Nearside Rear Upper Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Offside Front Upper Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Nearside Front slight oil leak from hub swivel oil seal
Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
Nearside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
Offside Rear fog lamp missing (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS
Nearside Front slight oil leak from hub swivel oil seal
Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
heavily undersealed
Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
heavily undersealed
Offside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
Vehicle structure has slight corrosion chassis (6.1.B.2)
Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
How Reliable is the Land Rover 88?
Based on 159,893 MOT tests across 17,464 vehicles.
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A285 AWJ is a 1984 Land Rover 88 in Blue with a 2,250cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.
Across all 1984 Land Rover 88 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.9% with a typical mileage of 57,834 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 A285 AWJ, 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 42 years old, this Land Rover 88 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
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A285 AWJ is a 1984 Land Rover 88, first registered on 13 March 1984.
Is A285 AWJ safe to buy?
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