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HNV 244X

1981 Land Rover 88

Grey Petrol 2286cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2022
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

1,835 mi
Last recorded1,835 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2021
Typical for 1981 Land Rover 8856,095 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHNV 244X
MakeLand Rover
Model88
Year1981
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,286cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2021 1,835 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2020 1,712 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2019 1,565 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2017 1,085 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2017 1,085 miles

Battery leaking electrolyte (1.9.1)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 18 Oct 2016 236 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2015 1 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2015 1 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Nearside Drag link end loose (2.2.B.1d)

Nearside engine mounting bracket insecure and likely to fail (6.1.D.1b)

Offside Drag link end loose (2.2.B.1d)

Pass 26 Aug 2014 61,767 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

nearside door mirror is missing

slight weep from both front spheres

Fail 8 Aug 2014 61,764 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)

both nearside and offside spheres have a slight leak from the seals

Pass 3 Oct 2013 61,741 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2013 61,741 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 18 Jun 2011 61,721 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2010 61,701 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2009 61,149 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2008 60,751 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2007 40,799 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2006 40,503 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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HNV 244X is a 1981 Land Rover 88 in Grey with a 2,286cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 HNV 244X, 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

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What year was HNV 244X registered?

HNV 244X is a 1981 Land Rover 88, first registered on 1 September 1981.

Is HNV 244X safe to buy?

The MOT history for HNV 244X shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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