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XVC 940X

1982 Land Rover 88

White Diesel 2286cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2023
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

7,325 mi
Last recorded7,325 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2022
Typical for 1982 Land Rover 8855,682 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXVC 940X
MakeLand Rover
Model88
Year1982
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,286cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2022 7,325 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

under body covered in wax oil

Fail 7 Nov 2022 7,325 miles

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

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

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

Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

under body covered in wax oil

Pass 12 Nov 2021 7,325 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2021 7,325 miles

Brake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 17 Aug 2020 6,611 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All pipes covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

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

Vehicle underbody covered in waxoyl

Pass 18 Jul 2019 4,955 miles

Brake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

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

Vehicle underside covered in black waxoyl

Pass 23 Jul 2018 3,692 miles

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

Pass 10 Jul 2017 3,575 miles

FRONT HUB OIL WEAP

REAR EXHAUST SLIGHT CORROSION

Pass 1 Jul 2016 3,307 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2015 3,034 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2015 2,975 miles

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 18 Jul 2014 2,747 miles

Offside Front Body has slight displacement of the body relative to the chassis (6.1.B.1a)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 12 Jun 2013 2,386 miles

Oil leak

Pass 15 Jun 2012 1,475 miles

Oil leak

Pass 16 Jun 2011 1,372 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 26 May 2010 97,499 miles
Fail 26 May 2010 97,499 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 11 May 2009 93,954 miles

Oil leak

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

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 30 Apr 2008 89,660 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 89,263 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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

Pass 21 Jan 2006 87,208 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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XVC 940X is a 1982 Land Rover 88 in White with a 2,286cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 XVC 940X, 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 XVC 940X registered?

XVC 940X is a 1982 Land Rover 88, first registered on 1 April 1982.

Is XVC 940X safe to buy?

The MOT history for XVC 940X shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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