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ABW 751J

1971 Land Rover 88

Green Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2018
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

11,741 mi
Last recorded11,741 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2017
Typical for 1971 Land Rover 8855,950 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationABW 751J
MakeLand Rover
Model88
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2017 11,741 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush split (2.7.4)

Nearside Rear brake back plate oil soaked.

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 7 Sep 2016 11,541 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 11,396 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2014 10,726 miles

Oil leak

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

Pass 17 Aug 2013 9,611 miles

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

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

nearside and offside rear spring bushes slight play

smell of fuel but no leaks

Pass 13 Oct 2012 9,241 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2011 39,444 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2010 39,434 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2009 39,233 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2008 39,072 miles

both front steering hubs are damp

steering freeplay is on limit

Fail 23 Sep 2008 39,065 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

offside front brake drum is damp

Pass 26 Sep 2007 37,876 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2006 36,935 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2005 35,517 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2005 35,512 miles

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

Both rear tyres have small cuts in tread and side walls

Near side headlamp slightly high

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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ABW 751J is a 1971 Land Rover 88 in Green with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1971 Land Rover 88 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.1% with a typical mileage of 55,950 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 ABW 751J, 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 55 years old, this Land Rover 88 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was ABW 751J registered?

ABW 751J is a 1971 Land Rover 88, first registered on 9 February 1971.

Is ABW 751J safe to buy?

The MOT history for ABW 751J shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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