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BRC 487T

1979 Land Rover 88

Blue Diesel 2286cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

14,305 mi
Last recorded14,305 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2017
Typical for 1979 Land Rover 8849,607 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBRC 487T
MakeLand Rover
Model88
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,286cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2017 14,305 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe modified but not seriously weakened (3.6.A.3)

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

Pass 13 Jul 2016 13,884 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2015 13,461 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2014 12,606 miles

Oil leak

Pass 19 Jul 2013 12,070 miles

Nearside Front Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Offside Front Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Offside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Oil leak

Pass 11 Sep 2012 11,560 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2011 9,635 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2010 7,394 miles

rear springs swelled with rust

Pass 3 Apr 2009 7,327 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2009 7,327 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Offside Front Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Offside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Pass 8 Jan 2008 7,050 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2007 6,446 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Pass 3 Jan 2007 6,446 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2006 5,450 miles

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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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BRC 487T is a 1979 Land Rover 88 in Blue with a 2,286cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1979 Land Rover 88 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.0% with a typical mileage of 49,607 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 BRC 487T, 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 47 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 BRC 487T?

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What year was BRC 487T registered?

BRC 487T is a 1979 Land Rover 88, first registered on 12 January 1979.

Is BRC 487T safe to buy?

The MOT history for BRC 487T shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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