MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
85,263 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)
Horn not working (1.6.2a)
Oil leak
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
oil leak
How Reliable is the Land Rover 101?
Based on 2,888 MOT tests across 320 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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VAG 508R is a 1988 Land Rover 101 in Green with a 3,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
Across all 1988 Land Rover 101 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.3% with a typical mileage of 55,016 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 101 fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 94 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VAG 508R, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Land Rover 101 typically stays on UK roads for around 50 years. At 38 years old, this Land Rover 101 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check the history of VAG 508R?
You can check the full history of VAG 508R by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.
What year was VAG 508R registered?
VAG 508R is a 1988 Land Rover 101, first registered on 12 January 1988.
Is VAG 508R safe to buy?
The MOT history for VAG 508R shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does VAG 508R have outstanding finance?
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