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KYU 894X

1982 Land Rover 88

Green Petrol 2286cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2024
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

33,653 mi
Last recorded33,653 miles
Recorded on15 May 2023
Typical for 1982 Land Rover 8855,682 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKYU 894X
MakeLand Rover
Model88
Year1982
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,286cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 May 2023 33,653 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Front Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively front (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 15 May 2023 33,653 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Steering lock stop incorrectly adjusted (2.1.4 (b))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Front Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively front (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 27 Apr 2022 33,560 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive Transmission and transfer box (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Slight leak from both front swivel hubs

Fail 25 Apr 2022 33,558 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Headlamp not working on main beam Both (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Oil leaking excessively from engine Sump area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Transmission and transfer box (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Slight leak from both front swivel hubs

Pass 26 Nov 2020 33,390 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 8 Oct 2019 33,290 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Oct 2019 33,290 miles

Rear reflector missing both (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements both (0.1 (d))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Sep 2018 33,107 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2014 33,094 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2012 33,054 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Offside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

fuel tank is damp but no fuel leaks at time of test

no rear seats fitted at time of test

welded repairs to chassis

Fail 11 Feb 2012 33,054 miles

Nearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive play (2.5.A.3b)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Offside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

fuel tank is damp but no fuel leaks at time of test

no rear seats fitted at time of test

welded repairs to chassis

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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KYU 894X is a 1982 Land Rover 88 in Green with a 2,286cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 1982 Land Rover 88 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.4% with a typical mileage of 55,682 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 KYU 894X, 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 44 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 KYU 894X registered?

KYU 894X is a 1982 Land Rover 88, first registered on 22 July 1982.

Is KYU 894X safe to buy?

The MOT history for KYU 894X shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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