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PVS 212

1956 Land Rover 88

Green Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 May 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

8,431 mi
Last recorded8,431 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 1956 Land Rover 8857,878 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPVS 212
MakeLand Rover
Model88
Year1956
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 May 2026 8,431 miles
Pass 1 May 2024 8,149 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2018 2,292 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2015 2,290 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2013 2,245 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2011 2,198 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2011 2,198 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Headlamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.7.5c)

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is deliberately modified which significantly reduces the original strength (2.4.A.3)

Offside Headlamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.7.5c)

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is deliberately modified which significantly reduces the original strength (2.4.A.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 7 Oct 2010 2,168 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2009 2,081 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 Oct 2009 2,081 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2008 2,008 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2007 1,965 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2006 1,915 miles

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

Pass 10 Oct 2005 1,857 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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PVS 212 is a 1956 Land Rover 88 in Green with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1956 Land Rover 88 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.4% with a typical mileage of 57,878 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 PVS 212, 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 70 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 PVS 212 registered?

PVS 212 is a 1956 Land Rover 88, first registered on 29 August 1956.

Is PVS 212 safe to buy?

The MOT history for PVS 212 shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PVS 212 have outstanding finance?

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