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DNW 168K

1971 Land Rover 88

Blue Diesel 2286cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2019
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

17,828 mi
Last recorded17,828 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2018
Typical for 1971 Land Rover 8855,950 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDNW 168K
MakeLand Rover
Model88
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,286cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2018 17,828 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2017 17,593 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 17,585 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2015 17,578 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

both rear shocker bushes

n/s rear shocker slightly damp

Pass 21 Nov 2014 17,578 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Oct 2013 17,578 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Pass 13 Oct 2012 17,578 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

all tyres slightly cracked

Pass 11 Oct 2011 20,102 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

slight foot brake travel

slight play in nearside swivel ball

swivel balls leaking

Pass 19 Oct 2010 16,240 miles

Oil leak

Pass 30 Oct 2009 16,240 miles

SLIGHT WEAR IN REAR PROP SHAFT.

Fail 30 Oct 2009 16,240 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

SLIGHT WEAR IN REAR PROP SHAFT.

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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DNW 168K is a 1971 Land Rover 88 in Blue with a 2,286cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1971 Land Rover 88 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.1% with a typical mileage of 55,950 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 DNW 168K, 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 55 years old, this Land Rover 88 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DNW 168K registered?

DNW 168K is a 1971 Land Rover 88, first registered on 1 August 1971.

Is DNW 168K safe to buy?

The MOT history for DNW 168K shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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