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CLG 649S

1978 Land Rover 88

Blue Diesel 2286cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2020
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

29,979 mi
Last recorded29,979 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2019
Typical for 1978 Land Rover 8853,585 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCLG 649S
MakeLand Rover
Model88
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,286cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 28 Nov 2019 29,979 miles

Leaf springs suspension surface corroded

Nearside front drag arm ball joint slightly paly

Nearside rear axle bump stop corroded

Nearside rear structure corroded marked in yellow

Offside front hub seal leaking

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

Steering drop arm ball joint slightly play

Pass 4 Dec 2018 29,411 miles

Nearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside front inside wheel arch corrosion

Offside front hub seal leaking

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

Steering linkage ball joint has slight play Drop arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Nov 2017 28,543 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2016 27,489 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2015 25,180 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2009 25,172 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2008 25,145 miles
Pass 31 May 2006 25,136 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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CLG 649S is a 1978 Land Rover 88 in Blue with a 2,286cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 CLG 649S, 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 CLG 649S?

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What year was CLG 649S registered?

CLG 649S is a 1978 Land Rover 88, first registered on 6 March 1978.

Is CLG 649S safe to buy?

The MOT history for CLG 649S shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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