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JWD 837L

1972 Land Rover 88

Blue Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2022
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

82,453 mi
Last recorded82,453 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2021
Typical for 1972 Land Rover 8851,850 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJWD 837L
MakeLand Rover
Model88
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc
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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 20 Aug 2021 82,453 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2020 82,443 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2019 82,401 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2018 82,252 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 82,225 miles

exhaust corroded in places

main brake corroded

Pass 30 Jun 2016 82,085 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 81,985 miles

both front & rear brake hose ferrules corroded

front track bar bent

offside front track rod end has slight play

rear brake pipe & main brake pipe & both front brake pipes corroded

wear on offside front shock bush

Pass 30 Apr 2014 81,669 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 80,474 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 79,121 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

nearside front tyre has a cut in the outer sidewall but not exposing any cords

Pass 5 May 2011 78,035 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 29 Apr 2010 76,513 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

there is a cut in the outer sidewall on the nearside front tyre but not exposing any cords

Pass 28 Jul 2009 84,844 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Oil leak

Pass 25 Jun 2008 81,380 miles

Nearside Front Service brake grabbing slightly (3.7.C.2)

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 23 Jun 2007 81,040 miles

ALL TYRES PERISHING

BATTERY INSECURE

Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

OIL LEAKS ON ENGINE/AXLES/TRANSMISSION

Pass 22 Jun 2006 80,316 miles

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Upper Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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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JWD 837L is a 1972 Land Rover 88 in Blue with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1972 Land Rover 88 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.8% with a typical mileage of 51,850 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 JWD 837L, 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 54 years old, this Land Rover 88 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of JWD 837L?

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What year was JWD 837L registered?

JWD 837L is a 1972 Land Rover 88, first registered on 22 November 1972.

Is JWD 837L safe to buy?

The MOT history for JWD 837L shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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