CarVerify

Free Car Check

AAU 288K

1971 Land Rover 90

White Petrol 2300cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2019
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

99,453 mi
Last recorded99,453 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2018
Typical for 1971 Land Rover 9066,102 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Land Rover
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationAAU 288K
MakeLand Rover
Model90
Year1971
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,300cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2018 99,453 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2018 99,453 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Headlamp does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam (1.7.4a)

Offside Front Headlamp does not operate immediately when selected on main beam (1.7.4a)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded B Pillar (5.2.6)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (5.2.6)

Pass 17 Jan 2017 99,453 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2016 99,453 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Chassis (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting X member (6.6.6)

Offside Front Ball joint has excessive play Swivel housing (2.2.B.1f)

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings Steering idler (2.2.B.1h)

Steering box has a significant oil leak (2.2.D.2e) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Jan 2016 99,453 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2015 99,453 miles

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion Front panel (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Front Leaf spring splayed and action impaired (2.4.B.1c)

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Front Upper Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage Side step (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Chassis (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded spring mounting (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage Side step (6.1.C.1)

Offside Front Body insecure and dangerous to other road users floor insecure (6.1.B.1b)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Upper Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion Side step (6.1.C.1)

Offside Rear Leaf spring splayed and action impaired (2.4.B.1c)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Chassis (2.4.A.3)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)

Speedometer clearly inoperative (6.7.2)

Steering box has relative movement between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.2.B.1b)

Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting Rear x member (6.6.6)

Nearside Front Leaf spring splayed and fouling Fouling steering (2.4.B.1c) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Leaf spring fractured (2.4.B.1a) DANGEROUS

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a) DANGEROUS

Brakes pull hard left

Pass 12 Jan 2015 99,452 miles

Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Fail 8 Jan 2015 99,452 miles

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

Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)

Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 10 Jan 2014 99,082 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Oil leak

Fail 10 Jan 2014 99,082 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Oil leak

Steering box has relative movement between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.2.B.1b)

Pass 17 Jan 2013 95,618 miles

Nearside Front Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Oil leak

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

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

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 9 Jan 2012 92,028 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

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

Pass 21 Dec 2010 87,775 miles

Oil leak

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

Tested wet.

Pass 12 Jan 2010 84,954 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2010 84,948 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Mechanical brake component securing device loose (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Offside Front Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Offside Rear Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 Jan 2009 81,981 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2008 77,572 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2007 77,548 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 11 Dec 2006 71,680 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2006 71,547 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Intermediate drop arm insecure (2.2.B.1a)

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

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)

Pass 22 Dec 2005 66,814 miles

oil leaks from engine gearbox and rear differential.

parking brake efficiancy on limmit

parts of body work starting to corrode †

slight play in both front wheel bearings

slight play in steering box to drop arm joint

How Reliable is the Land Rover 90?

Based on 13,974 MOT tests across 967 vehicles.

71.3%
Pass Rate
1,508
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
967
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 394
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 361
Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 320
position lamp(s) not working 318
Brake pipe excessively corroded 307
Full Land Rover 90 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

AAU 288K is a 1971 Land Rover 90 in White with a 2,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

Across all 1971 Land Rover 90 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.1% with a typical mileage of 66,102 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 90 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 394 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AAU 288K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Land Rover 90 typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 55 years old, this Land Rover 90 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AAU 288K?

You can check the full history of AAU 288K by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was AAU 288K registered?

AAU 288K is a 1971 Land Rover 90, first registered on 3 November 1971.

Is AAU 288K safe to buy?

The MOT history for AAU 288K shows 21 tests with a 61.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AAU 288K have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on AAU 288K. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.