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BGS 375T

1978 Land Rover 88

Blue Diesel 2286cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2017
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

15,980 mi
Last recorded15,980 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2016
Typical for 1978 Land Rover 8853,585 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBGS 375T
MakeLand Rover
Model88
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,286cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 18 Jul 2016 15,980 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2015 15,608 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2014 14,897 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 14,183 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2012 13,054 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2011 12,426 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2010 11,971 miles

rear prop and ujs worn

steering idler has slight movement

Pass 10 Jun 2009 10,599 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2008 8,032 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2006 99,215 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2005 92,821 miles

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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BGS 375T is a 1978 Land Rover 88 in Blue with a 2,286cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 BGS 375T, 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 BGS 375T?

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What year was BGS 375T registered?

BGS 375T is a 1978 Land Rover 88, first registered on 3 August 1978.

Is BGS 375T safe to buy?

The MOT history for BGS 375T shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BGS 375T have outstanding finance?

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