MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
79,997 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)
Nearside Front Service brake grabbing severely (3.7.C.2)
Offside Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.6.C.3)
Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)
Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS
How Reliable is the Land Rover 88?
Based on 159,893 MOT tests across 17,464 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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UPC 281M is a 1971 Land Rover 88 in Green with a 2,286cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 UPC 281M, 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
How do I check the history of UPC 281M?
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What year was UPC 281M registered?
UPC 281M is a 1971 Land Rover 88, first registered on 1 July 1971.
Is UPC 281M safe to buy?
The MOT history for UPC 281M 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.
Does UPC 281M have outstanding finance?
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