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OGV 231P

1988 Land Rover SWB

Green Petrol 2286cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

93,038 mi
Last recorded93,038 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2018
Typical for 1988 Land Rover SWB75,344 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOGV 231P
MakeLand Rover
ModelSWB
Year1988
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,286cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2018 93,038 miles

Slight binding n/s/f brake.

Slight imbalance on front service brake.

Pass 28 Nov 2017 92,635 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2016 92,490 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2015 92,366 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2015 92,366 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Oct 2014 92,294 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Rear exhaust mounting broken.

Pass 12 Sep 2013 92,154 miles

all four steering ball joint dust covers deteriorated but still considered to prevent the ingress of dirt

rear axle strengthening bracket corroded

Pass 19 Oct 2012 92,023 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

O/s door mirror damaged.

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Slight roughness n/s/f wheel bearing.

Fail 19 Oct 2012 92,019 miles

Front registration plate fitted to the front does not have black characters on a white background (6.3.2a)

Rear registration plate fitted to the rear does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2b)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

O/s door mirror damaged.

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Slight roughness n/s/f wheel bearing.

Pass 12 Oct 2011 91,755 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2011 91,739 miles

Dipswitch operation does not deflect all main beam headlamps to make them dipped beams (1.7.4b)

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

Possible slight noise from n/s/f wheel bearing.

Pass 21 Jun 2010 91,424 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 91,080 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2008 90,901 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2007 90,124 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2006 90,126 miles

How Reliable is the Land Rover SWB?

Based on 5,400 MOT tests across 556 vehicles.

72.7%
Pass Rate
475
Miles/Year
70
Year Lifespan
556
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 263
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 230
Stop lamp not working 208
Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush 148
position lamp(s) not working 145
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OGV 231P is a 1988 Land Rover SWB in Green with a 2,286cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 1988 Land Rover SWB models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.2% with a typical mileage of 75,344 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Land Rover SWB fails its MOT is suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 263 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OGV 231P, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Land Rover SWB typically stays on UK roads for around 70 years. At 38 years old, this Land Rover SWB is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of OGV 231P?

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What year was OGV 231P registered?

OGV 231P is a 1988 Land Rover SWB, first registered on 1 January 1988.

Is OGV 231P safe to buy?

The MOT history for OGV 231P shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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