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NVX 243J

1971 Land Rover 88

Green Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 May 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

80,156 mi
Last recorded80,156 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 1971 Land Rover 8855,950 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNVX 243J
MakeLand Rover
Model88
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 May 2026 80,156 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2025 80,086 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2024 79,955 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2023 78,928 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2021 78,835 miles

Front Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 7 Dec 2020 78,801 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2019 78,746 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2018 78,626 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2017 78,331 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2016 78,243 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2015 79,143 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2014 79,073 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Apr 2014 79,073 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 78,940 miles

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

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

Pass 15 May 2012 77,838 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Oil leak

Pass 17 May 2011 76,619 miles
Pass 20 May 2010 79,127 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2009 78,715 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2009 78,715 miles

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

Pass 10 Feb 2007 77,604 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2006 76,557 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2006 76,557 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has excessive side play at eye (anchor) (2.4.B.4)

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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NVX 243J is a 1971 Land Rover 88 in Green with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 1971 Land Rover 88 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.1% with a typical mileage of 55,950 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 NVX 243J, 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 55 years old, this Land Rover 88 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was NVX 243J registered?

NVX 243J is a 1971 Land Rover 88, first registered on 15 July 1971.

Is NVX 243J safe to buy?

The MOT history for NVX 243J shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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