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ORX 288X

1982 Land Rover 88

Blue Petrol 2286cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2023
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

94,540 mi
Last recorded94,540 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2022
Typical for 1982 Land Rover 8855,682 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationORX 288X
MakeLand Rover
Model88
Year1982
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,286cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2022 94,540 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2020 94,540 miles

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

steering stiff advise attention

Fail 6 Feb 2020 94,540 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis end (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Speedometer cannot be illuminated (7.8 (c) (ii))

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis end (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

steering stiff advise attention

Pass 26 May 2017 92,897 miles

Exhaust centre pipe deteriorating and has minor leak of gases

Front tyres slightly feathered and perishing

Rear tyres slightly feathered and perishing

Slight play in both front wheel bearings

Slight play in both rear wheel bearings

Various oil leaks

Pass 6 May 2016 96,674 miles

both rear tyres starting to crack and perish

various oil leaks

Pass 14 Oct 2014 93,352 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2013 93,211 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2012 96,723 miles

centre cross member damaged and fouling on exhaust

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

nearside rear tyre has cut in sidewall

Fail 20 Jul 2012 92,667 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Service brake is causing the steering wheel to severely pull one way (3.7.C.2) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

centre cross member damaged and fouling on exhaust

nearside rear tyre has cut in sidewall

Pass 20 Jul 2011 90,658 miles

Oil leak

both front hubs leaking

gearbox oil leak

Fail 11 Jul 2011 90,651 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Oil leak

both front hubs leaking

gearbox oil leak

Pass 16 Jul 2010 90,554 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2010 90,533 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 26 Jun 2009 90,330 miles

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

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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ORX 288X is a 1982 Land Rover 88 in Blue with a 2,286cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 ORX 288X, 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 ORX 288X registered?

ORX 288X is a 1982 Land Rover 88, first registered on 6 April 1982.

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