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GCR 996N

1974 Land Rover 88

Green Petrol 2286cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2019
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

843 mi
Last recorded843 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2018
Typical for 1974 Land Rover 8850,528 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGCR 996N
MakeLand Rover
Model88
Year1974
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,286cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2018 843 miles

front to rear brake pipe poorly fitted.

Pass 7 Mar 2017 558 miles

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

brake peadal slip worn,oil leak,nsf chassis outrigger corroded.

slight brake pull to left,

Fail 1 Mar 2017 553 miles

Nearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately supported cross axle (3.6.B.1)

Offside Brake pipe inadequately supported front to rear (3.6.B.1)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

brake peadal slip worn,oil leak,nsf chassis outrigger corroded.

slight brake pull to left,

Pass 16 Feb 2016 249 miles

Nearside Front hub seal leaking

Offside Front hub seal leaking

Pass 11 Nov 2014 4,835 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2013 4,419 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2012 4,288 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 16 Nov 2012 4,288 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 23 Nov 2011 3,939 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2010 3,575 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2009 2,844 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2009 1,499 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 14 Feb 2009 1,499 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 29 Jan 2008 607 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2007 98,747 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2007 98,737 miles

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

Offside Rear Leaf spring fractured (2.4.B.1a)

Fail 21 Feb 2006 98,306 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 21 Feb 2006 98,306 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
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GCR 996N is a 1974 Land Rover 88 in Green with a 2,286cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

Across all 1974 Land Rover 88 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.0% with a typical mileage of 50,528 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 GCR 996N, 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 52 years old, this Land Rover 88 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GCR 996N registered?

GCR 996N is a 1974 Land Rover 88, first registered on 29 November 1974.

Is GCR 996N safe to buy?

The MOT history for GCR 996N shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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