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A521 PVJ

1984 Land Rover 88

Green Diesel 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Feb 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

11,756 mi
Last recorded11,756 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2026
Typical for 1984 Land Rover 8857,834 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA521 PVJ
MakeLand Rover
Model88
Year1984
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2026 11,756 miles

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four tyres perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 11 Feb 2026 11,756 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four tyres perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 29 Jan 2025 9,251 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2025 9,251 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Dec 2023 8,299 miles

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

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Oct 2022 6,899 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2021 5,233 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2020 3,108 miles

Coolant leak ()

Pass 7 Aug 2019 3,005 miles

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Age related corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 14 Feb 2019 2,967 miles

Central Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced body support (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure strengthening plate or fastening insecure mud shields (6.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength leaf spring support (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure strengthening plate or fastening insecure mud sheilds (6.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Electrical wiring insecure (4.11 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced ALL OVER (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 24 May 2013 1,561 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 22 May 2013 1,561 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear wheel cylinder leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 29 May 2012 17,895 miles

Offside Rear rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 31 May 2011 14,904 miles
Pass 18 May 2010 11,964 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 9,336 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2008 6,766 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2007 1,294 miles
Pass 23 May 2006 94,322 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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A521 PVJ is a 1984 Land Rover 88 in Green with a 2,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 A521 PVJ, 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 A521 PVJ registered?

A521 PVJ is a 1984 Land Rover 88, first registered on 12 March 1984.

Is A521 PVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for A521 PVJ shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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