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LRP 183M

1987 Land Rover Lightweight

Green Petrol 2250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Dec 2025
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

19,380 mi
Last recorded19,380 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2024
Typical for 1987 Land Rover Lightweight38,328 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLRP 183M
MakeLand Rover
ModelLightweight
Year1987
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,250cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2024 19,380 miles

Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both front lowers (5.3.2 (c))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both rear chassis legs (spring hanger mounts) (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Dec 2023 18,458 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2022 16,787 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2021 15,285 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2020 13,454 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jun 2019 11,402 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jun 2018 9,236 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 7,816 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2016 7,813 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 5,562 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2014 4,980 miles

Slight Leak From Front Diff

Slight Leak From Gearbox

Slight Leak From Sump

Pass 24 Apr 2013 4,016 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2013 4,016 miles

Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Pass 2 Apr 2012 2,164 miles

Slight Leak From Front Diff

Slight Leak From Transfer Box

Pass 21 Apr 2011 2,130 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2011 2,128 miles

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

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

How Reliable is the Land Rover Lightweight?

Based on 3,105 MOT tests across 289 vehicles.

73.6%
Pass Rate
455
Miles/Year
54
Year Lifespan
289
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 151
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 147
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 131
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 65
Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 64
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LRP 183M is a 1987 Land Rover Lightweight in Green with a 2,250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1987 Land Rover Lightweight models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.1% with a typical mileage of 38,328 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Land Rover Lightweight fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 151 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LRP 183M, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Land Rover Lightweight typically stays on UK roads for around 54 years. At 39 years old, this Land Rover Lightweight is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was LRP 183M registered?

LRP 183M is a 1987 Land Rover Lightweight, first registered on 3 November 1987.

Is LRP 183M safe to buy?

The MOT history for LRP 183M shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LRP 183M have outstanding finance?

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