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CNK 958T

1978 Land Rover 88

Green Petrol 2286cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2009
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

87,999 mi
Last recorded87,999 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2008
Typical for 1978 Land Rover 8853,585 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCNK 958T
MakeLand Rover
Model88
Year1978
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,286cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2008 87,999 miles

battery insecure

corosion at n/s and os center body mounts

corrosion at bulk head but not in precribed area

rear numberplate behinde ladder

some play at o/s front hub

washers not working but screen designed to fold so not mot issue

Fail 14 Feb 2008 87,974 miles

Nearside Driver's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Offside Driver's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Offside Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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

Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

battery insecure

corosion at n/s and os center body mounts

corrosion at bulk head but not in precribed area

front brakes out of ballance below 40kg

rear numberplate behinde ladder

small exhaust blow at silencer joint

some play at o/s front hub

washers not working but screen designed to fold so not mot issue

Pass 27 Feb 2007 86,165 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2007 86,161 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Nearside Front passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.4)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Driver's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

battery insecure †washers not working †nearside front swivel bag holed †

Pass 4 Feb 2006 82,093 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2006 82,093 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

battery insecure

n/s/f footwell corroded through but not within prescribed area

oil leak from rocker cover gasket

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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CNK 958T is a 1978 Land Rover 88 in Green with a 2,286cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 CNK 958T, 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

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What year was CNK 958T registered?

CNK 958T is a 1978 Land Rover 88, first registered on 1 November 1978.

Is CNK 958T safe to buy?

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