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EYL 391J

1971 Land Rover 88

Green Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2018
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

13,215 mi
Last recorded13,215 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2017
Typical for 1971 Land Rover 8855,950 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEYL 391J
MakeLand Rover
Model88
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2017 13,215 miles

Oil leak ()

corrosion to all suspension parts

steering box leaking

Fail 18 May 2017 13,213 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Front Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Nearside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Parking brake lever insecure (3.1.3b)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Oil leak ()

corrosion to all suspension parts

steering box leaking

Pass 16 Dec 2014 12,701 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2013 11,684 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2012 11,478 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2011 11,235 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2010 11,098 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2009 10,985 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
Full Land Rover 88 reliability report

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EYL 391J is a 1971 Land Rover 88 in Green with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 EYL 391J, 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 EYL 391J registered?

EYL 391J is a 1971 Land Rover 88, first registered on 26 March 1971.

Is EYL 391J safe to buy?

The MOT history for EYL 391J 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.

Does EYL 391J have outstanding finance?

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