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MEU 33P

1985 Land Rover 88

Blue Petrol 2286cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2015
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

47,860 mi
Last recorded47,860 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2014
Typical for 1985 Land Rover 8854,652 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMEU 33P
MakeLand Rover
Model88
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,286cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2014 47,860 miles

Centre Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

Steering box slightly corroded but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Pass 10 Jun 2013 47,507 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 47,382 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2012 47,381 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 20 Jun 2011 47,265 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2010 46,725 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2010 46,722 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Pass 8 Jun 2009 46,488 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2009 46,488 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incomplete (1.5.A1b)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Battery insecure

Electrical coponents and wiring insecure around battery area

Nearside and offside front hub seals showing signs of leakage

Nearside rear hub seal showing signs of leakage

Rear exhaust repaired by bandage

Steering box showing signs of leakage

Pass 2 May 2008 46,275 miles

Exhaust has been repaired with a bandage

Fail 25 Apr 2008 46,271 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer missing (7.2.4c)

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

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Battery insecure

Oil leak

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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MEU 33P is a 1985 Land Rover 88 in Blue with a 2,286cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 1985 Land Rover 88 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.6% with a typical mileage of 54,652 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 MEU 33P, 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 41 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 MEU 33P?

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What year was MEU 33P registered?

MEU 33P is a 1985 Land Rover 88, first registered on 1 February 1985.

Is MEU 33P safe to buy?

The MOT history for MEU 33P 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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