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BDS 131X

1981 Land Rover 88

Green Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2021
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

26,357 mi
Last recorded26,357 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2020
Typical for 1981 Land Rover 8856,095 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBDS 131X
MakeLand Rover
Model88
Year1981
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2020 26,357 miles

Nearside Drag link end slightly misaligned (2.1.3 (e))

Pass 16 Oct 2019 23,750 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2018 19,518 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2018 19,518 miles

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

Pass 24 Oct 2017 15,758 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2016 11,397 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2015 7,466 miles

oil leak

Pass 24 Oct 2014 711 miles

Oil leak

Pass 25 Oct 2013 98,609 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2012 90,228 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2011 84,499 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 27 Oct 2011 84,499 miles

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

Pass 9 Oct 2010 82,523 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2009 82,170 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2008 80,567 miles

corrosion to floors,chassis,outriggers,crossmembers and inner wheel archs and suspension

oil leaks on diffs and engine

Pass 16 Nov 2006 79,569 miles
Fail 20 May 2006 79,523 miles

Brake clevis joint locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

Brake clevis joint locking device missing (3.5.1l)

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

Nearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is deliberately modified which significantly reduces the original strength (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive play (2.5.A.3b)

Offside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is deliberately modified which significantly reduces the original strength (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is deliberately modified which significantly reduces the original strength (2.4.A.3)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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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BDS 131X is a 1981 Land Rover 88 in Green with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 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 BDS 131X, 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

How do I check the history of BDS 131X?

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What year was BDS 131X registered?

BDS 131X is a 1981 Land Rover 88, first registered on 1 August 1981.

Is BDS 131X safe to buy?

The MOT history for BDS 131X shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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