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KDP 731W

1981 Land Rover 88

Green Petrol 2286cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2025
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

39,719 mi
Last recorded39,719 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2024
Typical for 1981 Land Rover 8856,095 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKDP 731W
MakeLand Rover
Model88
Year1981
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,286cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2024 39,719 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2024 39,710 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Sep 2021 39,457 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2020 39,370 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Oct 2018 39,118 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 10 Oct 2016 38,847 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2016 38,847 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 16 Sep 2015 38,132 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 37,258 miles
Fail 22 May 2014 37,257 miles

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

Pass 11 Jun 2013 37,224 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2011 37,212 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2011 37,211 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 3 Nov 2010 37,170 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2010 37,169 miles

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

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Pass 4 Nov 2009 37,125 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2008 37,096 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2008 37,095 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 1 Nov 2007 37,010 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2006 36,853 miles

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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KDP 731W is a 1981 Land Rover 88 in Green with a 2,286cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 KDP 731W, 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

How do I check the history of KDP 731W?

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What year was KDP 731W registered?

KDP 731W is a 1981 Land Rover 88, first registered on 30 March 1981.

Is KDP 731W safe to buy?

The MOT history for KDP 731W shows 20 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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