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DBP 134W

1981 Land Rover 88

Green Diesel 2286cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2022
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

52,075 mi
Last recorded52,075 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2021
Typical for 1981 Land Rover 8856,095 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDBP 134W
MakeLand Rover
Model88
Year1981
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,286cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2021 52,075 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2020 50,173 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases manifold (6.1.2 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Fluid leak, but not excessive swivel (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Rear axle strap missing

Offside Front Fluid leak, but not excessive swivel (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear axle strap missing

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

Fail 5 Jun 2020 50,155 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases manifold (6.1.2 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Fluid leak, but not excessive swivel (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Rear axle strap missing

Offside Front Fluid leak, but not excessive swivel (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear axle strap missing

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

Pass 27 Mar 2019 47,647 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2019 47,647 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Mar 2018 46,034 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2018 46,034 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 17 Mar 2017 45,424 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2007 45,237 miles

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

Pass 17 Jan 2006 44,876 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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DBP 134W is a 1981 Land Rover 88 in Green with a 2,286cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 DBP 134W, 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 DBP 134W registered?

DBP 134W is a 1981 Land Rover 88, first registered on 6 February 1981.

Is DBP 134W safe to buy?

The MOT history for DBP 134W shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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