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OOV 896X

1982 Land Rover 88

Green Petrol 2225cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jan 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

84,721 mi
Last recorded84,721 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2026
Typical for 1982 Land Rover 8855,682 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOOV 896X
MakeLand Rover
Model88
Year1982
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,225cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2026 84,721 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2025 83,676 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2024 82,829 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jan 2023 81,866 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2022 81,291 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Jan 2021 80,697 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Jan 2020 79,995 miles

Brake operation pressure/vacuum assistance close to minimum requirement (1.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Offside Front swivel hub slightly leaking.

Offside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive transfer box. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Jan 2020 79,994 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Brake operation pressure/vacuum assistance close to minimum requirement (1.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Offside Front swivel hub slightly leaking.

Offside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive transfer box. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Jan 2019 79,270 miles

Brake operation pressure/vacuum assistance close to minimum requirement (1.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Pass 3 Jan 2018 78,262 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2017 77,132 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2016 76,045 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2015 75,073 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2014 73,540 miles

Chassis has had some welding repairs

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 7 Jan 2014 73,540 miles

Chassis has had some welding repairs

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 4 Jan 2013 73,333 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2011 72,636 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2010 71,326 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2009 70,664 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2008 68,724 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2007 67,110 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2006 66,289 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2005 64,519 miles

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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OOV 896X is a 1982 Land Rover 88 in Green with a 2,225cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

Across all 1982 Land Rover 88 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.4% with a typical mileage of 55,682 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 OOV 896X, 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 44 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 OOV 896X registered?

OOV 896X is a 1982 Land Rover 88, first registered on 10 February 1982.

Is OOV 896X safe to buy?

The MOT history for OOV 896X shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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