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A377 DRM

1984 Land Rover 88

Black Diesel 2286cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Apr 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

178,812 mi
Last recorded178,812 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 1984 Land Rover 8857,834 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA377 DRM
MakeLand Rover
Model88
Year1984
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,286cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2026 178,812 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive steering box (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

rear axle noisy

Pass 10 Apr 2025 174,910 miles

Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt steering drop arm (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 29 Nov 2023 166,283 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (5.1.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Fail 29 Nov 2023 166,283 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (5.1.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Pass 26 Nov 2022 157,554 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2021 151,748 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2020 148,490 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2019 147,143 miles
Pass 7 May 2011 29,287 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2010 23,584 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2009 22,002 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

steering shaft uj closest to the steering box has slight play

Pass 21 Mar 2009 22,002 miles

Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

steering shaft uj closest to the steering box has slight play

Pass 4 Apr 2008 21,342 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2007 18,714 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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A377 DRM is a 1984 Land Rover 88 in Black with a 2,286cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 A377 DRM, 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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What year was A377 DRM registered?

A377 DRM is a 1984 Land Rover 88, first registered on 13 February 1984.

Is A377 DRM safe to buy?

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