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COW 860W

1980 Land Rover 88

Black Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2021
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

864 mi
Last recorded864 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2020
Typical for 1980 Land Rover 8856,685 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCOW 860W
MakeLand Rover
Model88
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2020 864 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2006 750 miles

odometer not working

Fail 9 Nov 2006 750 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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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COW 860W is a 1980 Land Rover 88 in Black with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1980 Land Rover 88 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.7% with a typical mileage of 56,685 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 COW 860W, 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 46 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 COW 860W?

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What year was COW 860W registered?

COW 860W is a 1980 Land Rover 88, first registered on 1 November 1980.

Is COW 860W safe to buy?

The MOT history for COW 860W shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does COW 860W have outstanding finance?

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