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ACD 835T

1978 Land Rover 88

Green Diesel 2280cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jan 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

37,717 mi
Last recorded37,717 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2026
Typical for 1978 Land Rover 8853,585 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationACD 835T
MakeLand Rover
Model88
Year1978
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,280cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2026 37,717 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

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

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

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

Fail 27 Jan 2026 37,717 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

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

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 12 Apr 2024 37,645 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2023 37,388 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2019 36,995 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2018 36,797 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2017 36,577 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 36,243 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2015 36,003 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2014 35,783 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2014 35,783 miles

Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 Jun 2013 35,707 miles

advise tyres starting to crack

Pass 10 Jul 2012 35,477 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 34,618 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2010 34,468 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2009 33,954 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2008 33,853 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2007 33,267 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2006 32,964 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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ACD 835T is a 1978 Land Rover 88 in Green with a 2,280cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 1978 Land Rover 88 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.8% with a typical mileage of 53,585 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 ACD 835T, 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 48 years old, this Land Rover 88 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of ACD 835T?

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What year was ACD 835T registered?

ACD 835T is a 1978 Land Rover 88, first registered on 16 November 1978.

Is ACD 835T safe to buy?

The MOT history for ACD 835T shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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