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A290 UVV

1983 Land Rover 88

Green Diesel 2286cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2014
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

14,181 mi
Last recorded14,181 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2013
Typical for 1983 Land Rover 8857,341 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA290 UVV
MakeLand Rover
Model88
Year1983
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,286cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 12 Oct 2013 14,181 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 30 Apr 2012 14,142 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 13,657 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

slight cracking to tyre side walls

Pass 19 Apr 2010 12,944 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2009 12,374 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2008 11,536 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2007 10,846 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2007 10,463 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2006 10,296 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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A290 UVV is a 1983 Land Rover 88 in Green with a 2,286cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 A290 UVV, 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 A290 UVV?

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What year was A290 UVV registered?

A290 UVV is a 1983 Land Rover 88, first registered on 16 December 1983.

Is A290 UVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for A290 UVV shows 9 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 A290 UVV have outstanding finance?

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