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KAS 298

1988 Land Rover 88

Blue Diesel 2250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2014
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

93,357 mi
Last recorded93,357 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2013
Typical for 1988 Land Rover 8848,930 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKAS 298
MakeLand Rover
Model88
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,250cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2013 93,357 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 8 Aug 2013 93,357 miles

Brake pedal creeps down while the pedal is held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)

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

Front rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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

Offside Front Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 28 Jul 2011 93,357 miles

Battery insecure

Oil leak

all tyres are perishing

both front swivel housings are damp

near side bulk starting to corrode

off side bulk head upright starting to corrode

Pass 3 Nov 2010 93,358 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 2 Nov 2010 93,357 miles

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

Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps operated by more than one switch (1.4.B.1c)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring anchor bracket corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.B.6d)

Nearside Rear Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Offside Rear Upper Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 11 Jun 2009 93,357 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

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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KAS 298 is a 1988 Land Rover 88 in Blue with a 2,250cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1988 Land Rover 88 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.9% with a typical mileage of 48,930 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 KAS 298, 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 38 years old, this Land Rover 88 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was KAS 298 registered?

KAS 298 is a 1988 Land Rover 88, first registered on 8 September 1988.

Is KAS 298 safe to buy?

The MOT history for KAS 298 shows 6 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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