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XAL 18Y

1982 Land Rover 88

Grey Petrol 2286cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2024
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

58,975 mi
Last recorded58,975 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2023
Typical for 1982 Land Rover 8855,682 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXAL 18Y
MakeLand Rover
Model88
Year1982
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,286cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2023 58,975 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2021 58,899 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2020 58,769 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2018 58,728 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2018 58,722 miles

Rear Brake hose bulging under pressure (1.1.12 (d))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Service brake excessively binding all 4 (1.2.1 (f))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 26 Jul 2016 58,498 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2015 57,935 miles

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

slight rot on rear crossmember

Pass 23 Jul 2014 57,432 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 56,946 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 56,403 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2011 55,877 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2010 55,263 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2009 54,801 miles

Nearside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

Pass 6 Aug 2008 54,100 miles

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

Fail 6 Aug 2008 54,100 miles

Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 3 Aug 2007 53,531 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2006 52,729 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2005 51,838 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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XAL 18Y is a 1982 Land Rover 88 in Grey with a 2,286cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 XAL 18Y, 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

How do I check the history of XAL 18Y?

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What year was XAL 18Y registered?

XAL 18Y is a 1982 Land Rover 88, first registered on 25 November 1982.

Is XAL 18Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for XAL 18Y shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XAL 18Y have outstanding finance?

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