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A298 SCX

1983 Land Rover 88

Blue Diesel 2286cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2014
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

67,305 mi
Last recorded67,305 miles
Recorded on3 May 2013
Typical for 1983 Land Rover 8857,341 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA298 SCX
MakeLand Rover
Model88
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,286cc
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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 3 May 2013 67,305 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

n/s front hub seal leaking

Pass 26 Apr 2012 65,322 miles

Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 20 Jan 2011 63,877 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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A298 SCX is a 1983 Land Rover 88 in Blue with a 2,286cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 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 A298 SCX, 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 A298 SCX?

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What year was A298 SCX registered?

A298 SCX is a 1983 Land Rover 88, first registered on 1 October 1983.

Is A298 SCX safe to buy?

The MOT history for A298 SCX shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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