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A454 BRG

1984 Land Rover 88

White Petrol 2286cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2024
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

42,522 mi
Last recorded42,522 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2023
Typical for 1984 Land Rover 8857,834 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA454 BRG
MakeLand Rover
Model88
Year1984
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,286cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2023 42,522 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 2 Aug 2023 42,517 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 15 Jun 2022 42,491 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2020 41,584 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all ferrules has signs of corrosion (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 25 Oct 2017 39,493 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 8 Nov 2016 35,812 miles

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

Oil leak ()

Propshaft universal joint worn ()

Pass 10 Nov 2015 32,766 miles

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

oil leak

Fail 10 Nov 2015 32,766 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

oil leak

Pass 12 Nov 2014 28,271 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 5 Nov 2013 25,319 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2012 21,331 miles

n/s/f leaf spring bush deteriorating

n/s/f swivel joint leaking slightly

o/s/r leaf spring bush deteriorating

Pass 14 Oct 2011 18,951 miles

all shockers have wrong split pins in lower bushes

steering damper mounting braket bolts to small

Fail 14 Oct 2011 18,947 miles

Front Service brake is causing the steering wheel to severely pull one way (3.7.C.2)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has excessive wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive play (2.5.A.3b)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has excessive wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Parking brake lever, pawl mechanism pivot(s) retaining device missing (3.1.4b)

all shockers have wrong split pins in lower bushes

steering damper mounting braket bolts to small

Pass 27 Oct 2010 17,036 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Nov 2009 15,860 miles

n/s/r brake locking first

Fail 2 Nov 2009 15,848 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Service brake is causing the vehicle to swerve to the offside (3.7.C.2)

Pass 29 Oct 2008 14,598 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2008 14,594 miles

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 2 Nov 2007 14,371 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2007 14,367 miles

Driver's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Front passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.4)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Both front hub seals leaking slightly.

Pass 29 Sep 2006 14,117 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2006 14,117 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Battery insecure

decelerometer brake test carried out due to 4wd and no test weight information available.[road conditions were wet.]

front number plate cracked

top part of drivers door has alot of lateral movement

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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A454 BRG is a 1984 Land Rover 88 in White with a 2,286cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 A454 BRG, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A454 BRG?

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What year was A454 BRG registered?

A454 BRG is a 1984 Land Rover 88, first registered on 17 May 1984.

Is A454 BRG safe to buy?

The MOT history for A454 BRG shows 22 tests with a 68.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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