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WKE 978X

1982 Land Rover 88

Green Diesel 2286cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2023
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

72,805 mi
Last recorded72,805 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2022
Typical for 1982 Land Rover 8855,682 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWKE 978X
MakeLand Rover
Model88
Year1982
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,286cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2022 72,805 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Shock absorbers has light misting of oil all 4 (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 4 Aug 2022 72,805 miles

Offside Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Shock absorbers has light misting of oil all 4 (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 17 Dec 2020 72,809 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 16 Dec 2020 72,805 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 18 Jun 2019 72,805 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Jun 2019 72,805 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit 0.87 (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade missing (3.4 (b) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Feb 2018 72,805 miles

Nearside windscreen cracked

Fail 21 Feb 2018 72,805 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside windscreen cracked

Pass 13 Feb 2017 72,805 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2016 70,342 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2015 68,252 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2014 65,176 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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WKE 978X is a 1982 Land Rover 88 in Green with a 2,286cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 WKE 978X, 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 WKE 978X registered?

WKE 978X is a 1982 Land Rover 88, first registered on 1 April 1982.

Is WKE 978X safe to buy?

The MOT history for WKE 978X shows 12 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.

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