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DTP 577W

1981 Land Rover 88

Red Petrol 2286cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2012
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

30,294 mi
Last recorded30,294 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2011
Typical for 1981 Land Rover 8856,095 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDTP 577W
MakeLand Rover
Model88
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,286cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2011 30,294 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

speedo cable fouling exhaust

Pass 19 Jul 2010 30,010 miles

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

Fail 21 Jul 2009 29,610 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Pass 21 Jul 2009 29,610 miles

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

Pass 23 Jul 2008 29,206 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2007 28,684 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2007 28,684 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Jul 2006 28,204 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2005 27,883 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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DTP 577W is a 1981 Land Rover 88 in Red with a 2,286cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1981 Land Rover 88 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.8% with a typical mileage of 56,095 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 DTP 577W, 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 45 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 DTP 577W registered?

DTP 577W is a 1981 Land Rover 88, first registered on 20 March 1981.

Is DTP 577W safe to buy?

The MOT history for DTP 577W shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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