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CST 755M

1974 Land Rover 88

Green Petrol 2286cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Aug 2026
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

86,446 mi
Last recorded86,446 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 1974 Land Rover 8850,528 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCST 755M
MakeLand Rover
Model88
Year1974
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,286cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2025 86,446 miles

Nearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Mar 2022 83,937 miles

Steering box has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel to the extent that safe steering is affected (steering box fitted) (2.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Dec 2018 80,877 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2017 79,903 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2017 79,887 miles

Nearside Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Dec 2016 78,745 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2016 78,697 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 12 Dec 2015 77,321 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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CST 755M is a 1974 Land Rover 88 in Green with a 2,286cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1974 Land Rover 88 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.0% with a typical mileage of 50,528 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 CST 755M, 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 52 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 CST 755M registered?

CST 755M is a 1974 Land Rover 88, first registered on 8 January 1974.

Is CST 755M safe to buy?

The MOT history for CST 755M shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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