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RVH 197X

1981 Land Rover 88

Green Diesel 2286cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2022
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

85,037 mi
Last recorded85,037 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2021
Typical for 1981 Land Rover 8856,095 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRVH 197X
MakeLand Rover
Model88
Year1981
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,286cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2021 85,037 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2020 84,680 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 82,900 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2014 81,599 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

rear fog lamp dim

Pass 16 Jan 2013 77,715 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 13 Jan 2012 77,486 miles

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 5 Jan 2012 77,486 miles

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 15 May 2009 75,808 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

head lamp deflectors fitted

Fail 11 May 2009 75,808 miles

Nearside Front wheel cylinder leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)

Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 24 Apr 2008 73,858 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2008 73,858 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)

Pass 13 Apr 2007 71,519 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2007 71,515 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

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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RVH 197X is a 1981 Land Rover 88 in Green with a 2,286cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 RVH 197X, 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 RVH 197X registered?

RVH 197X is a 1981 Land Rover 88, first registered on 20 November 1981.

Is RVH 197X safe to buy?

The MOT history for RVH 197X shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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