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RAP 719X

1981 Land Rover 88

Green Petrol 2286cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2021
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

26,437 mi
Last recorded26,437 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2020
Typical for 1981 Land Rover 8856,095 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRAP 719X
MakeLand Rover
Model88
Year1981
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,286cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2020 26,437 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2020 26,437 miles

Brake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Service brake excessively binding rear brake both sides (1.2.1 (f))

Brake damaged to the extent that braking performance is affected parking brake drum backing plate severely bent causing major bind (1.1.21 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system link pipe between wheel cylinders (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake lever not releasing correctly handbrake (1.1.2 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive rear axle pinion seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive transmission tail shaft seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

both sides tractor joint seals leaking

brake failure warning lamp illuminated

Pass 17 Jun 2015 26,418 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2012 26,322 miles

general corrosion to vehicle chassis

general corrosion to vehicle underside

Pass 28 Feb 2011 26,110 miles

general corrosion to underside and chassis

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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RAP 719X is a 1981 Land Rover 88 in Green with a 2,286cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1981 Land Rover 88 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.8% with a typical mileage of 56,095 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 RAP 719X, 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 45 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 RAP 719X registered?

RAP 719X is a 1981 Land Rover 88, first registered on 27 November 1981.

Is RAP 719X safe to buy?

The MOT history for RAP 719X shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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