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LEM 659R

1977 Land Rover 88

Red Diesel 2286cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2020
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

18,855 mi
Last recorded18,855 miles
Recorded on8 May 2019
Typical for 1977 Land Rover 8858,279 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLEM 659R
MakeLand Rover
Model88
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,286cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 May 2019 18,855 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2018 18,616 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 18,474 miles
Fail 10 May 2017 18,474 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 11 May 2016 18,037 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 17,555 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 17,259 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 16,420 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 15,176 miles

all 4 tyres cracking and perishing

condition of rear n/plate

Fail 10 May 2012 15,176 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

all 4 tyres cracking and perishing

condition of rear n/plate

Pass 19 Nov 2010 85,799 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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LEM 659R is a 1977 Land Rover 88 in Red with a 2,286cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1977 Land Rover 88 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.6% with a typical mileage of 58,279 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 LEM 659R, 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 49 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 LEM 659R?

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What year was LEM 659R registered?

LEM 659R is a 1977 Land Rover 88, first registered on 1 January 1977.

Is LEM 659R safe to buy?

The MOT history for LEM 659R shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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