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XDU 252X

1982 Land Rover 88

Black Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2025
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

90,969 mi
Last recorded90,969 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2024
Typical for 1982 Land Rover 8855,682 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXDU 252X
MakeLand Rover
Model88
Year1982
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2024 90,969 miles

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

water pump leaking

Fail 7 May 2024 90,964 miles

Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Leaf spring to axle fixing bolt insecure (5.3.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Leaf spring to axle fixing bolt insecure (5.3.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Service brake is causing the vehicle to swerve to the offside (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

water leaking from water pump and radiator

Pass 18 Apr 2006 87,832 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

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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XDU 252X is a 1982 Land Rover 88 in Black with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 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 XDU 252X, 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 XDU 252X?

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What year was XDU 252X registered?

XDU 252X is a 1982 Land Rover 88, first registered on 17 February 1982.

Is XDU 252X safe to buy?

The MOT history for XDU 252X 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.

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