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EAX 259B

1977 Land Rover 88

Green Petrol 2286cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

5,283 mi
Last recorded5,283 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2017
Typical for 1977 Land Rover 8858,279 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEAX 259B
MakeLand Rover
Model88
Year1977
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,286cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2017 5,283 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 5,281 miles

General corrosion throughout vehicle

Pass 18 Jun 2015 5,278 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 5,273 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 5,261 miles

Corrosion & holes on both sides inner kick pannels

Corrosion & holes on secodary panneling under both front wheel arches

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

General underbody corrosion on underside of vehicle front to rear

Oil leak on engine & gear box

Tyres slightly perished

Pass 16 Jun 2012 5,247 miles

Both sides under front wheel arch inner panels corroded and holed

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

General underbody corrosion on underside of vehicle front to rear

Oil leak on engine and gearbox

Pass 4 Jun 2011 5,102 miles

Corrosion and holes on secondary panelling under both front wings

General underbody corrosion on vehicle front to rear

Oil leak on engine

Oil leak on gearbox

Pass 25 Jun 2010 4,902 miles

Oil leak

Tyres slightly perished on sidewalls

corrosion on secondary panels under both front wings

Fail 24 Jun 2010 4,900 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Oil leak

Tyres slightly perished on sidewalls

corrosion on secondary panels under both front wings

Pass 2 Jul 2009 4,651 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2009 4,640 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 2 Feb 2008 4,146 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2008 4,146 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 20 Sep 2006 3,550 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2005 2,856 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2005 2,856 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

o/s front tyre outer wall perished

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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EAX 259B is a 1977 Land Rover 88 in Green with a 2,286cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1977 Land Rover 88 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.6% with a typical mileage of 58,279 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 EAX 259B, 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 49 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 EAX 259B?

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What year was EAX 259B registered?

EAX 259B is a 1977 Land Rover 88, first registered on 1 August 1977.

Is EAX 259B safe to buy?

The MOT history for EAX 259B shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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