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LKG 596X

1981 Land Rover 88

Blue Diesel 2286cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2018
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

22,919 mi
Last recorded22,919 miles
Recorded on25 May 2017
Typical for 1981 Land Rover 8856,095 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLKG 596X
MakeLand Rover
Model88
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,286cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 May 2017 22,919 miles

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 engine ()

Oil leak gearbox ()

general under body corrosion

Pass 2 Oct 2015 22,542 miles

Offside Front Seat belt cut but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Rear diff leaking

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

oil leak

rear exhaust rubber splitting

Fail 25 Sep 2015 22,478 miles

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

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Offside engine mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

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

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Seat belt cut but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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

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

Rear diff leaking

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

both front swivel joints seals weeping

oil leak

rear exhaust rubber splitting

Pass 26 Sep 2014 21,468 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2013 19,503 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Sligt oil leak from nearside rear & offside rear wheel hubs

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

offside front hub oil seal has slight leak

oil leak from engine

Fail 14 Sep 2013 19,492 miles

Centre Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Nearside Leaf spring has excessive side play at eye (shackle) (2.4.B.4)

Offside Front Service brake grabbing severely (3.7.C.2)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Sligt oil leak from nearside rear & offside rear wheel hubs

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

offside front hub oil seal has slight leak

oil leak from engine

Pass 17 Sep 2012 9,500 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2012 9,496 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

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

Service brake is causing the steering wheel to severely pull one way (3.7.C.2)

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

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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LKG 596X is a 1981 Land Rover 88 in Blue with a 2,286cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 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 LKG 596X, 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

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What year was LKG 596X registered?

LKG 596X is a 1981 Land Rover 88, first registered on 24 September 1981.

Is LKG 596X safe to buy?

The MOT history for LKG 596X shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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