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MFX 224P

1976 Land Rover 88

Blue Diesel 2286cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2018
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

65,715 mi
Last recorded65,715 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2017
Typical for 1976 Land Rover 8854,417 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMFX 224P
MakeLand Rover
Model88
Year1976
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,286cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2017 65,715 miles

Front Coolant leak radiator header tank ()

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Oil leak engine and gear box ()

Fail 7 Nov 2017 65,715 miles

Front Coolant leak radiator header tank ()

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Oil leak engine and gear box ()

Pass 10 Jun 2015 65,672 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2015 65,668 miles

Nearside Front brake drum contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear brake drum contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)

Nearside Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

Pass 5 Jun 2014 65,427 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 64,828 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2006 64,071 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 8 Dec 2005 63,045 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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MFX 224P is a 1976 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 75%.

Across all 1976 Land Rover 88 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.9% with a typical mileage of 54,417 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 MFX 224P, 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 50 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 MFX 224P registered?

MFX 224P is a 1976 Land Rover 88, first registered on 16 January 1976.

Is MFX 224P safe to buy?

The MOT history for MFX 224P shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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