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HCH 789K

1971 Land Rover 88

Green Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2019
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

16,090 mi
Last recorded16,090 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2018
Typical for 1971 Land Rover 8855,950 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHCH 789K
MakeLand Rover
Model88
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2018 16,090 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 15,812 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 15,699 miles

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 5 Jul 2013 15,299 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

heavy wax oiling under vehicle

Pass 21 Nov 2011 15,128 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2010 14,440 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2009 13,421 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke at idle (7.4.A.1)

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.4.A2)

Fail 27 May 2009 13,407 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

advise to general metal fatige req wax oil to protect

Pass 29 May 2007 12,001 miles

o/s n/s front and rear spring hanger corroded ALL CHASSISIS CORRODED REAR NO PLATE FADED BRAKES PULL TO RIGHT

Pass 30 May 2006 8,825 miles

EXAUST LOOSE AT REAR ALL CHASSIS CORODED ALL BODY MOUNTS CORRODED SLIGHT WARP ON O/S FRONT BRAKE DRUM

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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HCH 789K is a 1971 Land Rover 88 in Green with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 HCH 789K, 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

How do I check the history of HCH 789K?

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What year was HCH 789K registered?

HCH 789K is a 1971 Land Rover 88, first registered on 1 September 1971.

Is HCH 789K safe to buy?

The MOT history for HCH 789K shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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