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BFM 984G

1984 Land Rover 88

Blue Diesel 2286cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

25,785 mi
Last recorded25,785 miles
Recorded on12 May 2025
Typical for 1984 Land Rover 8857,834 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBFM 984G
MakeLand Rover
Model88
Year1984
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,286cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 May 2025 25,785 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2024 25,686 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Apr 2023 25,629 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2021 25,612 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2021 25,612 miles

Drag link end ball joint has excessive play Both (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 18 Apr 2019 25,149 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2018 24,922 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 24,592 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 24,332 miles

Zero emissions recorded

Pass 30 Apr 2014 23,786 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 23,432 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 23,162 miles

Oil leak

Pass 15 Apr 2011 22,800 miles

Coolant leak

Oil leak

swivels leaking slightly

Pass 27 Apr 2010 22,628 miles

Oil leak

Pass 27 Apr 2009 22,123 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

both front swivels damp

Pass 29 Apr 2008 21,779 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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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BFM 984G is a 1984 Land Rover 88 in Blue with a 2,286cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 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 BFM 984G, 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 BFM 984G registered?

BFM 984G is a 1984 Land Rover 88, first registered on 1 September 1984.

Is BFM 984G safe to buy?

The MOT history for BFM 984G shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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