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NBF 703V

1989 Land Rover 88

Green Diesel 2250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2016
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

49,821 mi
Last recorded49,821 miles
Recorded on15 May 2015
Typical for 1989 Land Rover 8844,454 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNBF 703V
MakeLand Rover
Model88
Year1989
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,250cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 May 2015 49,821 miles

Oil leak

Fail 8 May 2015 49,821 miles

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Front Service brake grabbing severely (3.7.C.2)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) insecure (1.1.A.3a)

Offside Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has a deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake lever, pawl mechanism pivots or their associated mountings are insecure (3.1.4b)

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Oil leak

Pass 20 May 2014 48,400 miles

charge light on

Oil leak

Fail 16 May 2014 48,383 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Steering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

charge light on

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
Full Land Rover 88 reliability report

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NBF 703V is a 1989 Land Rover 88 in Green with a 2,250cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1989 Land Rover 88 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.1% with a typical mileage of 44,454 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 NBF 703V, 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 37 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 NBF 703V registered?

NBF 703V is a 1989 Land Rover 88, first registered on 6 November 1989.

Is NBF 703V safe to buy?

The MOT history for NBF 703V shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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