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HUI 616

1979 Land Rover 88

Blue Petrol 2286cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2021
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

78,730 mi
Last recorded78,730 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2020
Typical for 1979 Land Rover 8849,607 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHUI 616
MakeLand Rover
Model88
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,286cc
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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2020 78,730 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2019 78,493 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2018 78,417 miles

Movement in lower bushes on front shock absorbers

Nearside Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

Fail 2 Aug 2018 78,414 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Movement in lower bushes on front shock absorbers

Nearside Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

Pass 13 Apr 2017 77,784 miles

Nearside Rear rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Offside Rear rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 31 Dec 2009 77,670 miles

Oil leak

Fail 31 Dec 2009 77,670 miles

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

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Oil leak

Pass 22 Aug 2008 77,200 miles
Pass 19 May 2007 75,999 miles
Fail 17 May 2007 75,993 miles

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

axle oil leak n/s/r

Pass 28 Mar 2006 74,187 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2006 74,182 miles

Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)

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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HUI 616 is a 1979 Land Rover 88 in Blue with a 2,286cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1979 Land Rover 88 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.0% with a typical mileage of 49,607 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 HUI 616, 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 47 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 HUI 616?

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What year was HUI 616 registered?

HUI 616 is a 1979 Land Rover 88, first registered on 14 August 1979.

Is HUI 616 safe to buy?

The MOT history for HUI 616 shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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