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RCS 802X

1982 Land Rover 88

Red Petrol 2286cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Feb 2027
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

41,601 mi
Last recorded41,601 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2026
Typical for 1982 Land Rover 8855,682 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRCS 802X
MakeLand Rover
Model88
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,286cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2026 41,601 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

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

Pass 12 Feb 2025 41,239 miles

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 31 Jan 2025 41,235 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Steering box has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.3 (a) (i))

Steering locking device ineffective Steering box (2.1.3 (d))

Steering wheel retaining device missing (2.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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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RCS 802X is a 1982 Land Rover 88 in Red with a 2,286cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 RCS 802X, 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 RCS 802X registered?

RCS 802X is a 1982 Land Rover 88, first registered on 31 December 1982.

Is RCS 802X safe to buy?

The MOT history for RCS 802X shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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