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SCL 168W

1981 Land Rover 88

Blue Petrol 2286cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jan 2023
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

19,867 mi
Last recorded19,867 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2022
Typical for 1981 Land Rover 8856,095 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSCL 168W
MakeLand Rover
Model88
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,286cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2022 19,867 miles

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

Rear Lower Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security bothside (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear Lower slight oil leak from rear differential seals

Fail 15 Oct 2020 19,865 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced body mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

oil leaks

Pass 25 Apr 2019 19,796 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 19,764 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 19,615 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 19,473 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 19,317 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2014 19,119 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2013 16,878 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2012 12,930 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 10,118 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2011 7,017 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Jun 2011 7,017 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2010 5,520 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 4,913 miles

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

Front Brake valve corroded but not excessively weakened (3.6.A.2b)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 23 Apr 2008 4,842 miles

Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Oil leak

Fail 8 Apr 2008 4,826 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Oil leak

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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SCL 168W is a 1981 Land Rover 88 in Blue with a 2,286cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 SCL 168W, 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 SCL 168W registered?

SCL 168W is a 1981 Land Rover 88, first registered on 6 February 1981.

Is SCL 168W safe to buy?

The MOT history for SCL 168W shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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