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E838 HNO

1988 Land Rover 90

Blue Petrol 2495cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jun 2027
Tests26 (21 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80.8%

Mileage

35,564 mi
Last recorded35,564 miles
Recorded on18 May 2026
Typical for 1988 Land Rover 90115,022 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE838 HNO
MakeLand Rover
Model90
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

21 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 May 2026 35,564 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2025 35,503 miles
Pass 22 May 2024 35,427 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2023 35,327 miles

Power steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 7 Jun 2023 35,327 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Power steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 12 May 2022 35,303 miles
Pass 24 May 2021 35,157 miles
Pass 27 May 2020 35,012 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2019 34,850 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Apr 2018 34,467 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 23 Apr 2018 34,453 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 16 May 2017 33,957 miles
Fail 16 May 2017 33,957 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 25 Apr 2016 33,760 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 33,609 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2015 33,575 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 6 May 2014 33,267 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 32,732 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 32,373 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 32,129 miles
Pass 19 May 2010 32,034 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2009 31,634 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 20 Feb 2008 31,407 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 21 Mar 2007 30,822 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2006 30,132 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2006 30,120 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Front Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

How Reliable is the Land Rover 90?

Based on 13,974 MOT tests across 967 vehicles.

71.3%
Pass Rate
1,508
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
967
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 394
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 361
Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 320
position lamp(s) not working 318
Brake pipe excessively corroded 307
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E838 HNO is a 1988 Land Rover 90 in Blue with a 2,495cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80.8%.

Across all 1988 Land Rover 90 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.4% with a typical mileage of 115,022 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Land Rover 90 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 394 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E838 HNO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Land Rover 90 typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 38 years old, this Land Rover 90 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E838 HNO registered?

E838 HNO is a 1988 Land Rover 90, first registered on 26 May 1988.

Is E838 HNO safe to buy?

The MOT history for E838 HNO shows 26 tests with a 80.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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