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CVG 183F

1978 Land Rover 88

Green Diesel 2286cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2021
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

66,516 mi
Last recorded66,516 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2020
Typical for 1978 Land Rover 8853,585 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCVG 183F
MakeLand Rover
Model88
Year1978
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,286cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2020 66,516 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2019 66,475 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2013 66,466 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

oil leak from diff on to rear flexy brake hose

Pass 24 Oct 2013 66,466 miles

oil leak from diff on to rear flexy brake hose

Pass 18 Sep 2012 66,413 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2011 66,405 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 66,371 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2009 66,057 miles
Pass 31 May 2007 65,852 miles
Pass 31 May 2006 65,707 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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CVG 183F is a 1978 Land Rover 88 in Green with a 2,286cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 CVG 183F, 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 CVG 183F?

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What year was CVG 183F registered?

CVG 183F is a 1978 Land Rover 88, first registered on 3 March 1978.

Is CVG 183F safe to buy?

The MOT history for CVG 183F shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CVG 183F have outstanding finance?

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