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HYV 159W

1981 Land Rover 88

Yellow Petrol 2286cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

74,480 mi
Last recorded74,480 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2025
Typical for 1981 Land Rover 8856,095 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHYV 159W
MakeLand Rover
Model88
Year1981
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,286cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2025 74,480 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2024 74,399 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2024 74,399 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring to axle fixings loose to the extent that relative movement is visible (5.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Apr 2023 72,601 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Apr 2022 72,599 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2022 72,599 miles

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

Pass 5 Aug 2016 72,306 miles

Gearbox mounting defective deteriorated ()

Nearside Rear axle check strap missing

hazard lamps flash fast

fuel pipe to carb securing clips missing

Pass 7 Aug 2015 71,127 miles

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 17 Dec 2014 70,363 miles

Centre exhaust clamp is slightly corroded

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 16 Dec 2013 69,614 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2012 68,191 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2006 66,274 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2006 66,274 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Steering box has relative movement between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.2.B.1b)

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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HYV 159W is a 1981 Land Rover 88 in Yellow with a 2,286cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 HYV 159W, 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 HYV 159W registered?

HYV 159W is a 1981 Land Rover 88, first registered on 1 April 1981.

Is HYV 159W safe to buy?

The MOT history for HYV 159W shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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