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OOV 981X

1982 Land Rover Pick Up

Red Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Aug 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

76,039 mi
Last recorded76,039 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2025
Typical for 1982 Land Rover Pick Up88,188 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOOV 981X
MakeLand Rover
ModelPick Up
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc
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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2025 76,039 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2024 76,032 miles

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 31 Jul 2023 76,015 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2022 76,011 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2021 76,003 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 15 Jul 2021 75,999 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Offside Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 21 Jul 2020 75,985 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2019 75,961 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2019 75,956 miles

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Aug 2018 75,945 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2018 75,945 miles

All position lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))

Emissions not tested (8.2.2.2 (e))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Service brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Aug 2017 75,871 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2016 75,857 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2015 75,762 miles

Service brake juddering slightly (3.7.C.2)

Fail 4 Sep 2015 75,757 miles

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

Service brake juddering slightly (3.7.C.2)

Pass 27 Aug 2014 75,584 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2014 75,578 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 Aug 2013 75,262 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2012 74,883 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2008 74,846 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2006 72,426 miles

How Reliable is the Land Rover Pick Up?

Based on 2,252 MOT tests across 213 vehicles.

71.6%
Pass Rate
629
Miles/Year
62
Year Lifespan
213
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 93
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 83
Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush 72
Stop lamp not working 69
Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 55
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OOV 981X is a 1982 Land Rover Pick Up in Red with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 1982 Land Rover Pick Up models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.7% with a typical mileage of 88,188 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Land Rover Pick Up fails its MOT is suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 93 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OOV 981X, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Land Rover Pick Up typically stays on UK roads for around 62 years. At 44 years old, this Land Rover Pick Up is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of OOV 981X?

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What year was OOV 981X registered?

OOV 981X is a 1982 Land Rover Pick Up, first registered on 31 December 1982.

Is OOV 981X safe to buy?

The MOT history for OOV 981X shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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