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B540 PKS

1984 Land Rover 88

Green Petrol 2286cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2025
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

44,598 mi
Last recorded44,598 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2024
Typical for 1984 Land Rover 8857,834 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB540 PKS
MakeLand Rover
Model88
Year1984
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,286cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2024 44,598 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2023 44,123 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Front oil leak from swivel joints both sides

Offside Rear hub seal leaking not affecting brakes

Steering box slight play between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.1.3 (a) (ii))

Fail 28 Jul 2023 44,122 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working both sides (3.5 (a))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Front oil leak from swivel joints both sides

Offside Rear hub seal leaking not affecting brakes

Steering box slight play between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.1.3 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Sep 2021 43,752 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 23 Aug 2021 43,751 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 12 Jun 2021 43,750 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Front Suspension component insecurely attached axle u bolts (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension component insecurely attached axle u bolts (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Electrical wiring inadequately secured (4.11 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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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B540 PKS is a 1984 Land Rover 88 in Green with a 2,286cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1984 Land Rover 88 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.9% with a typical mileage of 57,834 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 B540 PKS, 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 42 years old, this Land Rover 88 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was B540 PKS registered?

B540 PKS is a 1984 Land Rover 88, first registered on 19 November 1984.

Is B540 PKS safe to buy?

The MOT history for B540 PKS shows 6 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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