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A83 XNH

1984 Land Rover 88

Blue Lpg 2286cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2025
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

29,692 mi
Last recorded29,692 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2024
Typical for 1984 Land Rover 8857,834 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA83 XNH
MakeLand Rover
Model88
Year1984
ColourBlue
Fuel typeLpg
Engine2,286cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2024 29,692 miles

Nearside Rear Brake binding

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

Fail 4 Mar 2024 29,692 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Second part of the center section closest to the rear (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake binding

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

Pass 15 Mar 2023 29,487 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2023 29,484 miles

Brake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 26 Aug 2021 28,786 miles

Offside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced central (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 20 Aug 2021 28,785 miles

Nearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid not visible (1.1.10 (d) (iii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced central (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Jul 2020 27,558 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2019 26,087 miles

Central Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced fuel tank out rigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 2 Aug 2019 26,087 miles

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

Offside Rear Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake pedal not releasing correctly (1.1.2 (b) (i))

Central Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced fuel tank out rigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))

both wiper blades split on ends

Pass 6 Aug 2018 23,074 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

differential pinion oil seal leaking

no seat belt fitted for occassional seat centre

Pass 27 Jul 2017 20,968 miles

n/s mirror glass cracked

Fail 27 Jul 2017 20,968 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

n/s mirror glass cracked

Pass 21 Jul 2016 20,284 miles

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

Nearside Front obligatory indirect vision device damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Oil leak ()

both front tyres are cracking between tread

Fail 21 Jul 2016 20,284 miles

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

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

Nearside Front obligatory indirect vision device damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Oil leak ()

both front tyres are cracking between tread

Pass 3 Aug 2015 19,086 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2015 19,084 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Oct 2012 18,145 miles

Oil leak

nearside mirrior cracked

Pass 21 Oct 2011 17,979 miles

Oil Leak.

Pass 17 Nov 2010 17,162 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2009 15,668 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2008 14,145 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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A83 XNH is a 1984 Land Rover 88 in Blue with a 2,286cc lpg engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 A83 XNH, 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 A83 XNH registered?

A83 XNH is a 1984 Land Rover 88, first registered on 30 December 1984.

Is A83 XNH safe to buy?

The MOT history for A83 XNH shows 21 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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