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BCJ 572L

1972 Land Rover 88

Blue Diesel 2286cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2018
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

41,838 mi
Last recorded41,838 miles
Recorded on13 May 2019
Typical for 1972 Land Rover 8851,850 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBCJ 572L
MakeLand Rover
Model88
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,286cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Fail 13 May 2019 41,838 miles

Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

Brake performance not tested Due to contaminated brake linings (1.2.1 (g))

Emissions not tested Due to exhaust leak (8.2.2.2 (e))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Central to rear (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake pipe likely to become detached or damaged Insecure (1.1.11 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Offside Front Brake lining(s) contaminated Hub oil seal (1.1.13 (b))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected Spring hanger (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Hub oil seal slightly leaking

Oil leak, but not excessive Gearbox area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Sump,area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Dec 2017 41,735 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil Also lower bush has slight movement (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Leaf spring anchor point (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Inner Chassis slightly corroded

Pass 12 Dec 2016 41,605 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2016 41,570 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 41,462 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 41,239 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2013 40,895 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 29 Jun 2012 40,138 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2011 39,788 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2010 38,320 miles

Nearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

n/s front tyre deteriorated

o/s front tyre deteriorated

Pass 16 Jul 2009 37,447 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2009 37,428 miles

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

Pass 5 Jul 2008 36,253 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 31 Jul 2007 35,339 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2006 35,339 miles

Offside Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)

no telltell on fog lamp

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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BCJ 572L is a 1972 Land Rover 88 in Blue with a 2,286cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 BCJ 572L, 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.

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What year was BCJ 572L registered?

BCJ 572L is a 1972 Land Rover 88, first registered on 27 November 1972.

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