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BYO 448H

1970 Land Rover 88

Green Petrol 225cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2024
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

85,953 mi
Last recorded85,953 miles
Recorded on18 May 2023
Typical for 1970 Land Rover 8847,581 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBYO 448H
MakeLand Rover
Model88
Year1970
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine225cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 May 2023 85,953 miles

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Fail 17 May 2023 85,953 miles

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 9 May 2022 84,926 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2021 83,840 miles
Pass 11 May 2020 82,674 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 81,914 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2015 81,180 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2015 81,180 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Pass 10 Jan 2014 81,141 miles

o/s rear axle oil seal deteriorated (leaking oil)

Fail 10 Jan 2014 81,141 miles

Nearside Rear Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Offside Rear Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

o/s rear axle oil seal deteriorated (leaking oil)

Pass 16 Jan 2013 80,987 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2011 80,865 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2011 80,865 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 18 Aug 2010 80,780 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2009 80,624 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2008 80,510 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2008 80,510 miles

Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)

Pass 21 Aug 2007 80,315 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2007 80,226 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2007 80,226 miles

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

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 18 Apr 2006 79,840 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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BYO 448H is a 1970 Land Rover 88 in Green with a 225cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1970 Land Rover 88 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.4% with a typical mileage of 47,581 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 BYO 448H, 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 56 years old, this Land Rover 88 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BYO 448H registered?

BYO 448H is a 1970 Land Rover 88, first registered on 22 May 1970.

Is BYO 448H safe to buy?

The MOT history for BYO 448H shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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