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FYD 253K

1971 Land Rover 88

Blue Petrol 2025cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

19,213 mi
Last recorded19,213 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2014
Typical for 1971 Land Rover 8855,950 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFYD 253K
MakeLand Rover
Model88
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,025cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2014 19,213 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2013 18,979 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 1 Jul 2013 18,979 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Jun 2012 18,884 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2011 18,506 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2010 18,005 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2009 17,287 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2008 16,777 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2007 16,329 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2006 15,967 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2006 15,967 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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FYD 253K is a 1971 Land Rover 88 in Blue with a 2,025cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 FYD 253K, 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 FYD 253K registered?

FYD 253K is a 1971 Land Rover 88, first registered on 18 October 1971.

Is FYD 253K safe to buy?

The MOT history for FYD 253K shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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