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SNM 343J

1971 Land Rover 88

Blue Petrol 2286cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2024
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

80,950 mi
Last recorded80,950 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2023
Typical for 1971 Land Rover 8855,950 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSNM 343J
MakeLand Rover
Model88
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,286cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2023 80,950 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2022 74,396 miles

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

Pass 25 Sep 2019 70,710 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2018 70,691 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2017 70,683 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2016 70,605 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2015 70,539 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2014 70,485 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2013 70,448 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2012 70,393 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2011 70,385 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2010 70,194 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2009 69,995 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2009 69,985 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 27 Sep 2008 69,978 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2007 69,900 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2007 69,900 miles

Nearside Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Sep 2006 69,845 miles

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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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SNM 343J is a 1971 Land Rover 88 in Blue with a 2,286cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1971 Land Rover 88 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.1% with a typical mileage of 55,950 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 SNM 343J, 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 55 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 SNM 343J registered?

SNM 343J is a 1971 Land Rover 88, first registered on 1 June 1971.

Is SNM 343J safe to buy?

The MOT history for SNM 343J shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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