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C286 BMS

1986 Land Rover 90

Grey Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Feb 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

91,715 mi
Last recorded91,715 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2026
Typical for 1986 Land Rover 90120,238 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC286 BMS
MakeLand Rover
Model90
Year1986
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2026 91,715 miles

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Feb 2025 89,843 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2024 87,720 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2019 86,223 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2018 82,599 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2017 80,681 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2014 87,555 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2013 87,314 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2011 87,314 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2010 87,314 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2008 87,305 miles

Offside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Fail 4 Sep 2008 87,305 miles

Nearside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Offside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 27 Dec 2006 62,136 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2005 46,926 miles

How Reliable is the Land Rover 90?

Based on 13,974 MOT tests across 967 vehicles.

71.3%
Pass Rate
1,508
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
967
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 394
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 361
Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 320
position lamp(s) not working 318
Brake pipe excessively corroded 307
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C286 BMS is a 1986 Land Rover 90 in Grey with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1986 Land Rover 90 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.5% with a typical mileage of 120,238 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Land Rover 90 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 394 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C286 BMS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Land Rover 90 typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 40 years old, this Land Rover 90 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C286 BMS registered?

C286 BMS is a 1986 Land Rover 90, first registered on 31 December 1986.

Is C286 BMS safe to buy?

The MOT history for C286 BMS shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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