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GEC 873X

1981 Land Rover 88

Blue Petrol 2286cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2022
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

71,900 mi
Last recorded71,900 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2021
Typical for 1981 Land Rover 8856,095 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGEC 873X
MakeLand Rover
Model88
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,286cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2021 71,900 miles

underside of vehicle coated with underseal

Fail 18 Aug 2021 71,874 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

underside of vehicle coated with underseal

Pass 19 Jul 2019 71,298 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2017 70,792 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2017 70,791 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

both ends of the rear cross member corroded

Pass 3 Aug 2016 70,564 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2016 70,564 miles

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

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 19 Sep 2013 70,364 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Fail 18 Sep 2013 70,364 miles

Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6) DANGEROUS

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 10 Sep 2012 70,169 miles

Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

Pass 6 Sep 2011 69,606 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2010 68,635 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 68,206 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2008 68,010 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2006 67,510 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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GEC 873X is a 1981 Land Rover 88 in Blue with a 2,286cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 1981 Land Rover 88 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.8% with a typical mileage of 56,095 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 GEC 873X, 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 45 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 GEC 873X?

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What year was GEC 873X registered?

GEC 873X is a 1981 Land Rover 88, first registered on 17 August 1981.

Is GEC 873X safe to buy?

The MOT history for GEC 873X shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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