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MVS 389P

1976 Land Rover 88

Green Petrol 3500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jun 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

2,111 mi
Last recorded2,111 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2026
Typical for 1976 Land Rover 8854,417 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMVS 389P
MakeLand Rover
Model88
Year1976
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,500cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2026 2,111 miles
Pass 29 May 2025 1,894 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2024 1,740 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2023 1,602 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2022 1,478 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2021 1,128 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2020 936 miles

Offside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Jul 2020 936 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jul 2019 633 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2019 627 miles

Central Rear Oil leaking excessively from transmission Diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Steering box has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jul 2018 249 miles

Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Speedometer not sufficiently illuminated (7.8 (c) (i))

can not check centre seat belt

Pass 1 Aug 2017 1 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2016 76,960 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2015 77,459 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 76,960 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2014 76,960 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

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

Nearside Front Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)

Offside Front Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 1 Aug 2013 76,960 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2013 76,960 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is broken (3.1.5)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)

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
Full Land Rover 88 reliability report

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MVS 389P is a 1976 Land Rover 88 in Green with a 3,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 MVS 389P, 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

How do I check the history of MVS 389P?

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What year was MVS 389P registered?

MVS 389P is a 1976 Land Rover 88, first registered on 1 February 1976.

Is MVS 389P safe to buy?

The MOT history for MVS 389P shows 18 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.

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