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MMU 257X

1981 Land Rover 88

Blue Petrol 2286cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2018
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

65,334 mi
Last recorded65,334 miles
Recorded on5 May 2017
Typical for 1981 Land Rover 8856,095 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMMU 257X
MakeLand Rover
Model88
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,286cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 5 May 2017 65,334 miles

Leaks at front differential, front sweeper seals, transfer box rear seal and nearside rear hub seal.

Nearside front tyre WORN TO LIMIT.

Pass 10 May 2016 63,740 miles
Fail 9 May 2016 63,732 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2015 62,903 miles

centre exhaust mount broken

Pass 29 Apr 2014 61,549 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 61,322 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 60,618 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2011 58,720 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2011 58,700 miles

Front Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

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

Nearside Rear Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

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

Pass 28 Apr 2010 55,979 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 21 Apr 2010 55,974 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 22 Oct 2007 55,812 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2007 55,810 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 9 Oct 2006 55,570 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2006 55,570 miles

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

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 18 Oct 2005 55,141 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2005 55,141 miles

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

Offside Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

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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MMU 257X is a 1981 Land Rover 88 in Blue with a 2,286cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 MMU 257X, 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 MMU 257X registered?

MMU 257X is a 1981 Land Rover 88, first registered on 1 August 1981.

Is MMU 257X safe to buy?

The MOT history for MMU 257X shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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