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PUU 724L

1971 Land Rover 88

Green Diesel 2286cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

51,771 mi
Last recorded51,771 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2015
Typical for 1971 Land Rover 8855,950 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPUU 724L
MakeLand Rover
Model88
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,286cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2015 51,771 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 49,480 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2013 48,427 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 47,613 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)

heavy rust & repairs to chassis rear x member & spring fixing areas

heavy rust in n/s/f flexi pipe

oil around prop brake drum area

stiff steering

Fail 18 Apr 2012 47,601 miles

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

Nearside Rear Rear reflector more than 50% obscured (1.5.1b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)

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

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)

heavy rust & repairs to chassis rear x member & spring fixing areas

heavy rust in n/s/f flexi pipe

oil around prop brake drum area

stiff steering

Pass 11 Apr 2011 46,987 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2010 45,244 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2009 44,278 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2008 43,625 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2007 42,215 miles
Pass 9 May 2006 41,774 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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PUU 724L is a 1971 Land Rover 88 in Green with a 2,286cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 PUU 724L, 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 PUU 724L registered?

PUU 724L is a 1971 Land Rover 88, first registered on 31 December 1971.

Is PUU 724L safe to buy?

The MOT history for PUU 724L shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PUU 724L have outstanding finance?

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