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VBC 785X

1982 Land Rover 88

Blue Diesel 2286cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2024
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

36,727 mi
Last recorded36,727 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2023
Typical for 1982 Land Rover 8855,682 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVBC 785X
MakeLand Rover
Model88
Year1982
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,286cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2023 36,727 miles

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

Pass 14 Jan 2022 35,406 miles

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

Pass 26 Jan 2021 32,850 miles

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

Pass 27 Jan 2020 30,072 miles

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

Pass 28 Jan 2019 26,712 miles

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

Pass 2 Feb 2018 23,664 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 9 Feb 2017 20,385 miles

Play in front chassis steering relay, not considered excessive

Pass 8 Feb 2016 17,221 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2014 15,171 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2013 12,090 miles

Both front steering/suspension swivels leaking oil.

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 29 Jan 2013 9,152 miles

Noted intermittent blue smoke from exhaust, not considered excessive.

Pass 10 Apr 2012 6,637 miles

Chassis and brake pipes coated with underseal.

Pass 21 Mar 2011 5,505 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2010 4,236 miles

1) Freeplay at steering box, not excessive 2)Front & rear prop, rear U/J's worn, 3)Rear spring leaves expanded,4)Corrosion in O/S/R Chassis, just outside prescribed area.5)Oil leaks from front hubs.

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 12 Feb 2009 2,926 miles

bulkhead and rear body corroded

Fail 11 Feb 2009 2,926 miles

Brake lever has abnormal movement of levers indicating maladjustment (3.5.1f)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

bulkhead and rear body corroded

Pass 23 Mar 2007 2,179 miles

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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VBC 785X is a 1982 Land Rover 88 in Blue with a 2,286cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 1982 Land Rover 88 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.4% with a typical mileage of 55,682 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 VBC 785X, 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 44 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 VBC 785X registered?

VBC 785X is a 1982 Land Rover 88, first registered on 12 March 1982.

Is VBC 785X safe to buy?

The MOT history for VBC 785X shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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