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ADD 196S

1988 Land Rover 109

Green Petrol 2286cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2019
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

20,762 mi
Last recorded20,762 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2018
Typical for 1988 Land Rover 10942,477 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationADD 196S
MakeLand Rover
Model109
Year1988
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,286cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2018 20,762 miles

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

ignition key comes out of position when vehicle is running

Fail 17 Aug 2018 20,760 miles

Electrical wiring insecure and connectors likely to become disconnected loose single wire going to positive battery post (4.11 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength 'shocker area' (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage loose (7.1.1 (b))

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Brake drum contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Central Front Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Electrical wiring insecure loose 'yellow' wire going across engine (4.11 (a) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Service brake grabbing slightly (1.2.1 (c))

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

ignition key comes out of position when vehicle is running

Pass 28 Jul 2017 20,440 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2017 20,440 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is fractured shocker mount (2.4.A.3)

Pass 15 Aug 2016 19,567 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 17,556 miles

How Reliable is the Land Rover 109?

Based on 34,711 MOT tests across 4,632 vehicles.

70.2%
Pass Rate
625
Miles/Year
66
Year Lifespan
4,632
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 2,564
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 1,754
Stop lamp not working 1,452
Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 1,166
position lamp(s) not working 1,056
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ADD 196S is a 1988 Land Rover 109 in Green with a 2,286cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1988 Land Rover 109 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.7% with a typical mileage of 42,477 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 109 fails its MOT is suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 2,564 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ADD 196S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Land Rover 109 typically stays on UK roads for around 66 years. At 38 years old, this Land Rover 109 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was ADD 196S registered?

ADD 196S is a 1988 Land Rover 109, first registered on 7 March 1988.

Is ADD 196S safe to buy?

The MOT history for ADD 196S shows 6 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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