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A175 RAV

1984 Land Rover 88

Green Diesel 2286cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2024
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

17,398 mi
Last recorded17,398 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2023
Typical for 1984 Land Rover 8857,834 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA175 RAV
MakeLand Rover
Model88
Year1984
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,286cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2023 17,398 miles

Front Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Pass 29 Nov 2021 17,395 miles

Front Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 19 Nov 2021 17,392 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

Exhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))

Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot missing (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Front Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Nov 2020 17,392 miles

Electrical wiring slightly deteriorated various points around chassis (4.11 (b) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security forward (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

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

rear chassis/spring mount repairs poor

Pass 30 Oct 2019 17,382 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security forward (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

rear chassis/spring mount repairs poor

Fail 2 Oct 2019 17,382 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

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 steering wheel to severely pull one way (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security forward (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

rear chassis/spring mount repairs poor

Pass 6 Sep 2018 16,912 miles

Horn not a continuous or uniform sound (7.7 (c) (i))

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

Pass 7 Sep 2017 16,142 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2016 14,410 miles

Nearside Front tyre has cracks in side wall no cords or ply exposed

Oil leak ()

Fail 5 Sep 2016 14,409 miles

Offside Front Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

Nearside Front tyre has cracks in side wall no cords or ply exposed

Oil leak ()

Pass 4 Sep 2015 13,263 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2015 13,263 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 5 Sep 2014 11,458 miles

Oil leak

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

Pass 18 Sep 2013 9,806 miles

offside front body mounting has slight corrosion

Fail 17 Sep 2013 9,802 miles

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

offside front body mounting has slight corrosion

Pass 18 Sep 2012 8,387 miles

Both front spheres slight oil leak

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside front body mount has slight corrosion

Oil leak

Pass 20 Sep 2011 6,882 miles

Oil leak

Several areas of welding repairs noted on underside of vehicle

Fail 4 Aug 2011 6,876 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Oil leak

Several areas of welding repairs noted on underside of vehicle

Pass 4 Aug 2009 6,700 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

slight engine smoke

Fail 10 Feb 2009 66,842 miles

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

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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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A175 RAV is a 1984 Land Rover 88 in Green with a 2,286cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

Across all 1984 Land Rover 88 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.9% with a typical mileage of 57,834 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 A175 RAV, 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 42 years old, this Land Rover 88 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was A175 RAV registered?

A175 RAV is a 1984 Land Rover 88, first registered on 1 April 1984.

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