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BYG 871T

1978 Land Rover 88

Black Diesel 2286cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2022
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

87,569 mi
Last recorded87,569 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2021
Typical for 1978 Land Rover 8853,585 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBYG 871T
MakeLand Rover
Model88
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,286cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2021 87,569 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2021 87,569 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Sep 2017 87,475 miles

Propshaft flange bolt(s) loose/missing front of rear propshaft ()

Fail 11 Sep 2017 87,475 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Fuel system component leaking injector pump (7.2.3)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear registration plate fitted to the rear does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2b)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)

Propshaft flange bolt(s) loose/missing front of rear propshaft ()

Pass 29 Dec 2016 86,827 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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BYG 871T is a 1978 Land Rover 88 in Black with a 2,286cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 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 BYG 871T, 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 BYG 871T?

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What year was BYG 871T registered?

BYG 871T is a 1978 Land Rover 88, first registered on 1 August 1978.

Is BYG 871T safe to buy?

The MOT history for BYG 871T shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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