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AKF 791X

1981 Land Rover 88

Green Petrol 2286cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2009
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

81,335 mi
Last recorded81,335 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2008
Typical for 1981 Land Rover 8856,095 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAKF 791X
MakeLand Rover
Model88
Year1981
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,286cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2008 81,335 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2008 81,335 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Fail 24 Nov 2008 81,322 miles

Centre Front Front passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.4)

Centre Front Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

Steering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 8 Oct 2007 76,856 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2006 74,242 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2006 74,210 miles

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 18 Aug 2005 67,385 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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AKF 791X is a 1981 Land Rover 88 in Green with a 2,286cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1981 Land Rover 88 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.8% with a typical mileage of 56,095 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 AKF 791X, 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 45 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 AKF 791X registered?

AKF 791X is a 1981 Land Rover 88, first registered on 1 August 1981.

Is AKF 791X safe to buy?

The MOT history for AKF 791X shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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