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F286 LSA

1988 Mk Indy

Blue Petrol 3947cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2021
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

2,134 mi
Last recorded2,134 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2020
Typical for 1988 Mk Indy1,821 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF286 LSA
MakeMk
ModelIndy
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,947cc
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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2020 2,134 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 2,009 miles
Pass 17 May 2018 1,912 miles
Fail 15 May 2018 1,908 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 25 May 2017 1,858 miles
Fail 25 May 2017 1,858 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 5 Apr 2016 1,784 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 1,672 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 1,423 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2013 733 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

front number plate font slightly different to standard

Pass 29 Mar 2012 535 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2011 3,155 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2011 3,155 miles

Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 Aug 2010 238 miles

How Reliable is the Mk Indy?

Based on 1,740 MOT tests across 175 vehicles.

86.6%
Pass Rate
397
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
175
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush 18
position lamp(s) not working 14
Steering rack gaiter split 14
Stop lamp not working 13
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 13
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F286 LSA is a 1988 Mk Indy in Blue with a 3,947cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1988 Mk Indy models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.6% with a typical mileage of 1,821 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Mk Indy fails its MOT is suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush, accounting for 18 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F286 LSA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mk Indy typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 38 years old, this Mk Indy is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of F286 LSA?

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What year was F286 LSA registered?

F286 LSA is a 1988 Mk Indy, first registered on 31 December 1988.

Is F286 LSA safe to buy?

The MOT history for F286 LSA shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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