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AHA 809J

1971 Land Rover 88

Blue Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2022
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

15,815 mi
Last recorded15,815 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2021
Typical for 1971 Land Rover 8855,950 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAHA 809J
MakeLand Rover
Model88
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2021 15,815 miles

Central Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Central Rear Oil leak, but not excessive rear diff slight leak. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Central Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Jun 2010 15,426 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2009 14,449 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2009 14,426 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Steering system fouling (2.2.D.2a)

Pass 21 Jun 2008 13,631 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2007 12,557 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2007 12,557 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (3.3.A.1b)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Oil leak

off side and near side inner dust cover getting corrosion

Pass 6 Mar 2006 10,933 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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AHA 809J is a 1971 Land Rover 88 in Blue with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 AHA 809J, 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 AHA 809J registered?

AHA 809J is a 1971 Land Rover 88, first registered on 3 May 1971.

Is AHA 809J safe to buy?

The MOT history for AHA 809J shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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