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HFO 809X

1982 Land Rover 88

Blue Diesel 2286cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2023
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

7,542 mi
Last recorded7,542 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2022
Typical for 1982 Land Rover 8855,682 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHFO 809X
MakeLand Rover
Model88
Year1982
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,286cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2022 7,542 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2021 7,542 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2020 7,542 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2019 7,542 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Apr 2018 7,542 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2018 7,542 miles

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

Pass 13 Dec 2016 7,542 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2015 7,542 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2014 7,542 miles

Offside Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

Pass 28 Nov 2013 7,542 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2012 7,542 miles

Offside Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

Pass 25 Nov 2011 7,542 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2010 7,542 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2009 7,542 miles

Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Fail 19 Oct 2009 7,542 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 17 Oct 2008 7,547 miles

Battery insecure

possible slight leakage on diesel tank

Fail 14 Oct 2008 7,542 miles

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

Centre Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Centre Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

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

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Battery insecure

possible slight leakage on diesel tank

Pass 22 Oct 2007 7,544 miles

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

Fail 22 Oct 2007 7,540 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 30 Aug 2006 7,542 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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HFO 809X is a 1982 Land Rover 88 in Blue with a 2,286cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1982 Land Rover 88 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.4% with a typical mileage of 55,682 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 HFO 809X, 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 44 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 HFO 809X?

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What year was HFO 809X registered?

HFO 809X is a 1982 Land Rover 88, first registered on 8 March 1982.

Is HFO 809X safe to buy?

The MOT history for HFO 809X shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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