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HRV 421N

1988 Land Rover 109

Red Petrol 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2018
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

33,497 mi
Last recorded33,497 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2017
Typical for 1988 Land Rover 10942,477 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHRV 421N
MakeLand Rover
Model109
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2017 33,497 miles

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

drivers and passengers front seat back rests not capable of being secured in upright position,( original design feature)

Fail 29 Jun 2017 33,478 miles

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

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

front brake application uneven nearside slow to increase (3.7.B.2)

Stop lamp not working both (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Both seat backrests not capable of being secured in the upright position.

Driver's seat belt stalk fitted incorrectly - release button on inside.

Pass 12 Dec 2012 33,331 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2011 32,988 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2010 32,801 miles

Oil leak

o/s seatbelt slightly scagged

slight blow from exhaust manifold area

Pass 5 Oct 2009 32,426 miles

front numberplate slightly cracked

o/s seatbelt slightly scagged

Pass 24 Oct 2008 32,071 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

o/s seat belt slightly scagged

Pass 22 Oct 2007 31,597 miles

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly misaligned (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Oil leak

brakes pull slightly left

o/s/r half shaft drive hub one bolt not fitted

rear exhaust clamp slightly loose

slight movement bottom steering relay bottom plate

Pass 2 Nov 2006 31,076 miles

o/s seat belt slightly scuffed

slight play in front prop shaft splines

How Reliable is the Land Rover 109?

Based on 34,711 MOT tests across 4,632 vehicles.

70.2%
Pass Rate
625
Miles/Year
66
Year Lifespan
4,632
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 2,564
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 1,754
Stop lamp not working 1,452
Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 1,166
position lamp(s) not working 1,056
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HRV 421N is a 1988 Land Rover 109 in Red with a 2,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1988 Land Rover 109 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.7% with a typical mileage of 42,477 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Land Rover 109 fails its MOT is suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 2,564 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HRV 421N, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Land Rover 109 typically stays on UK roads for around 66 years. At 38 years old, this Land Rover 109 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of HRV 421N?

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What year was HRV 421N registered?

HRV 421N is a 1988 Land Rover 109, first registered on 18 April 1988.

Is HRV 421N safe to buy?

The MOT history for HRV 421N shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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