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DSU 950

1987 Land Rover 88

Green Diesel 2286cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2016
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

4,265 mi
Last recorded4,265 miles
Recorded on6 May 2015
Typical for 1987 Land Rover 8859,016 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDSU 950
MakeLand Rover
Model88
Year1987
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,286cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 May 2015 4,265 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 4,264 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 4,264 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Pass 30 Jul 2010 1,440 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

slight play at o/s/f swivel hub

Pass 13 Aug 2009 1,430 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2006 1,430 miles

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Fail 16 Oct 2006 1,419 miles

Nearside front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Battery insecure

Oil leak

n/s and o/s front swivel housing seal leaking

Pass 8 Sep 2005 94,922 miles

Nearside Front Leaf spring has slight side play at eye (anchor) (2.4.B.4)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

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

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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DSU 950 is a 1987 Land Rover 88 in Green with a 2,286cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1987 Land Rover 88 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.3% with a typical mileage of 59,016 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 DSU 950, 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 39 years old, this Land Rover 88 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was DSU 950 registered?

DSU 950 is a 1987 Land Rover 88, first registered on 21 April 1987.

Is DSU 950 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DSU 950 shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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