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A355 BPN

1983 Land Rover 88

Green Petrol 2286cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

39,730 mi
Last recorded39,730 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2025
Typical for 1983 Land Rover 8857,341 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA355 BPN
MakeLand Rover
Model88
Year1983
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,286cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 24 Jul 2025 39,730 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2024 39,371 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2023 39,052 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2022 38,783 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2021 38,073 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2020 37,526 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2019 37,007 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2018 36,294 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2017 35,586 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 23 Jun 2016 35,055 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2015 34,538 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2014 33,576 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2013 31,160 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2012 28,337 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2011 25,160 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2010 22,354 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2009 19,288 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2008 15,869 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2007 12,503 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 3 Jul 2006 8,696 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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A355 BPN is a 1983 Land Rover 88 in Green with a 2,286cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 A355 BPN, 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 A355 BPN?

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What year was A355 BPN registered?

A355 BPN is a 1983 Land Rover 88, first registered on 3 August 1983.

Is A355 BPN safe to buy?

The MOT history for A355 BPN shows 20 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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