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A88 JVC

1983 Land Rover Defender

Blue Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Dec 2026
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

95,971 mi
Last recorded95,971 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2025
Typical for 1983 Land Rover Defender109,986 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA88 JVC
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2025 95,971 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2024 93,427 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2023 90,855 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Pass 8 Dec 2022 88,220 miles

Exhaust mounting defective middle (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Fail 8 Dec 2022 88,220 miles

Exhaust mounting defective middle (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Intermediate drop arm insecure to the extent there is excessive movement at the mountings (2.1.3 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Dec 2021 85,927 miles

Nearside Front Other passenger door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 7 Dec 2021 85,902 miles

Central Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Front Lower Intermediate drop arm insecure (2.1.3 (a) (i))

Front Lower Steering column universal joint has excessive wear or play (2.2.2 (c))

Front Lower Intermediate drop arm pivot housing casing retaining devices dangerously loose (2.1.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Other passenger door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 Dec 2020 83,624 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2020 83,624 miles

Front Lower Intermediate drop arm insecure to steering box (2.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Dec 2019 81,636 miles

Nearside Rear hub seal slight gear oil leak

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 2 Dec 2019 81,636 miles

Nearside Rear hub seal slight gear oil leak

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Dec 2018 79,338 miles

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

Pass 29 Nov 2017 76,892 miles

Oil leak ()

Nearside Rear Oil leak hub seal ()

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 1 Dec 2016 74,395 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 3 Dec 2015 1,790 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Fail 3 Dec 2015 1,790 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

brake caliper leaking nearside rear hub seal slight oil leak (3.6.A.1)

Pass 4 Dec 2014 69,159 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 101,369 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2007 97,368 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2006 95,928 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2006 95,912 miles

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

Offside Lower Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

How Reliable is the Land Rover Defender?

Based on 2,960,045 MOT tests across 181,953 vehicles.

72.3%
Pass Rate
3,550
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
181,953
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush 77,499
Brake pipe excessively corroded 77,229
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 57,749
position lamp(s) not working 53,914
Stop lamp not working 52,341
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A88 JVC is a 1983 Land Rover Defender in Blue with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1983 Land Rover Defender models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.8% with a typical mileage of 109,986 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Land Rover Defender fails its MOT is shock absorber has an excessively worn bush, accounting for 77,499 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A88 JVC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Land Rover Defender typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 43 years old, this Land Rover Defender is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A88 JVC registered?

A88 JVC is a 1983 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 6 December 1983.

Is A88 JVC safe to buy?

The MOT history for A88 JVC shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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