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SRU 979X

1981 Land Rover 88

Blue Diesel 2286cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2015
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

20,052 mi
Last recorded20,052 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2014
Typical for 1981 Land Rover 8856,095 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSRU 979X
MakeLand Rover
Model88
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,286cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2014 20,052 miles

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

engine starting to give off a small ammount of blue smoke but not excessive at the time of test

Pass 9 Feb 2013 14,748 miles

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

Pass 23 Feb 2012 13,614 miles

Both front hub seals leaking slightly.

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

Pass 28 Jun 2007 13,591 miles

Oil leak

front brakes slightly pull to n/s

n/s front tyre getting low on outer edge

n/s o/s wiper blades split at ends

o/s floor holed

rear propshaft splines slightly worn

slight play in n/s hub pin

Fail 28 Jun 2007 13,591 miles

slight play in n/s hub pin

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer missing (7.2.4c)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Oil leak

front brakes slightly pull to n/s

n/s front tyre getting low on outer edge

n/s o/s wiper blades split at ends

o/s floor holed

rear propshaft splines slightly worn

Pass 8 Jul 2006 11,860 miles

Brake master cylinder fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1e)

body underside corroded.

door and bonnet catches require lubrication.

springs corroded.

Fail 8 Jul 2006 11,860 miles

Brake master cylinder fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1e)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Steering box has relative movement between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.2.B.1b)

body underside corroded.

door and bonnet catches require lubrication.

springs corroded.

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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SRU 979X is a 1981 Land Rover 88 in Blue with a 2,286cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 SRU 979X, 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

How do I check the history of SRU 979X?

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What year was SRU 979X registered?

SRU 979X is a 1981 Land Rover 88, first registered on 12 October 1981.

Is SRU 979X safe to buy?

The MOT history for SRU 979X shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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