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AWR 649S

1978 Land Rover 88

White Diesel 2286cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2012
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

36,554 mi
Last recorded36,554 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2011
Typical for 1978 Land Rover 8853,585 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAWR 649S
MakeLand Rover
Model88
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,286cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2011 36,554 miles

no rear fog fitted

Fail 10 Jan 2011

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Front Vehicle structure has a fracture which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is cracked, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has an inadequate repair, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

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

no rear fog fitted

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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AWR 649S is a 1978 Land Rover 88 in White with a 2,286cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AWR 649S, 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 AWR 649S?

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What year was AWR 649S registered?

AWR 649S is a 1978 Land Rover 88, first registered on 25 April 1978.

Is AWR 649S safe to buy?

The MOT history for AWR 649S shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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