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AWU 643K

1972 Land Rover 88

Green Petrol 2286cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2019
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

71,342 mi
Last recorded71,342 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2018
Typical for 1972 Land Rover 8851,850 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAWU 643K
MakeLand Rover
Model88
Year1972
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,286cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2018 71,342 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2017 71,009 miles

Replace wiper blades soon.

Pass 28 Apr 2016 70,345 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 69,950 miles

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

Pass 6 May 2014 68,643 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 67,849 miles
Fail 2 May 2013 67,847 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer missing (7.2.4c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 8 May 2012 66,940 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

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

all tyres have slight cracking

front propshaft has a worn rear joint

Pass 13 May 2011 65,879 miles

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

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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AWU 643K is a 1972 Land Rover 88 in Green with a 2,286cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1972 Land Rover 88 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.8% with a typical mileage of 51,850 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 AWU 643K, 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 54 years old, this Land Rover 88 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AWU 643K?

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What year was AWU 643K registered?

AWU 643K is a 1972 Land Rover 88, first registered on 1 July 1972.

Is AWU 643K safe to buy?

The MOT history for AWU 643K shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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