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LVP 118W

1988 Land Rover Series 3

Green Diesel 2250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2015
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

4,432 mi
Last recorded4,432 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2014
Typical for 1988 Land Rover Series 354,928 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLVP 118W
MakeLand Rover
ModelSeries 3
Year1988
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,250cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2014 4,432 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2013 3,883 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2012 99,886 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2010 94,403 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2009 93,302 miles

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

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

Fail 15 Oct 2009 93,302 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Pass 8 Oct 2008 92,233 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2008 92,232 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Oil leak

Pass 2 Oct 2007 91,236 miles

corrosion in various places on chassis

front brake imbalance high

o/s/r brake binding slightly

How Reliable is the Land Rover Series 3?

Based on 14,076 MOT tests across 1,392 vehicles.

69.6%
Pass Rate
574
Miles/Year
56
Year Lifespan
1,392
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 927
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 701
Stop lamp not working 608
Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 450
position lamp(s) not working 426
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LVP 118W is a 1988 Land Rover Series 3 in Green with a 2,250cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1988 Land Rover Series 3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.8% with a typical mileage of 54,928 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Land Rover Series 3 fails its MOT is suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 927 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LVP 118W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Land Rover Series 3 typically stays on UK roads for around 56 years. At 38 years old, this Land Rover Series 3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LVP 118W registered?

LVP 118W is a 1988 Land Rover Series 3, first registered on 10 February 1988.

Is LVP 118W safe to buy?

The MOT history for LVP 118W shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LVP 118W have outstanding finance?

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