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GUC 144J

1971 Land Rover 88

Green Petrol 2286cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

71,037 mi
Last recorded71,037 miles
Recorded on12 May 2017
Typical for 1971 Land Rover 8855,950 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGUC 144J
MakeLand Rover
Model88
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,286cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 May 2017 71,037 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 70,220 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 69,325 miles
Pass 12 May 2014 68,433 miles

Oil leak

Pass 4 Jun 2013 67,035 miles

no electic's fitted for tow bar

Fail 28 May 2013 67,029 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)

brake fluid around offside rear flexi pipe but no leaks found

no electic's fitted for tow bar

Pass 17 May 2012 66,150 miles

Nearside Front Axle swivel joint has slight movement between a swivel joint and its housing (2.5.A.1b)

Offside Front Axle swivel joint has slight movement between a swivel joint and its housing (2.5.A.1b)

Oil leak

Pass 1 Jun 2011 62,699 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010 57,983 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2010 57,977 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Front Steering locking device insecure (2.2.C.1g)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Steering locking device insecure (2.2.C.1g)

Pass 29 May 2009 57,739 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 57,585 miles
Pass 29 May 2007 57,099 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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GUC 144J is a 1971 Land Rover 88 in Green with a 2,286cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 GUC 144J, 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 GUC 144J registered?

GUC 144J is a 1971 Land Rover 88, first registered on 25 May 1971.

Is GUC 144J safe to buy?

The MOT history for GUC 144J shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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