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FRX 788T

1988 Land Rover Jeep

Green Petrol 2250cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2026
Tests25 (18 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate72%

Mileage

95,952 mi
Last recorded95,952 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2025
Typical for 1988 Land Rover Jeep74,874 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFRX 788T
MakeLand Rover
ModelJeep
Year1988
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,250cc
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MOT History

18 pass 7 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2025 95,952 miles

Holes in the drivers floor

Holes in the drivers floor

Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

Fail 20 Jun 2025 95,952 miles

Holes in the drivers floor

Holes in the drivers floor

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

Pass 21 Jun 2024 95,745 miles

Holes in drivers floor

Pass 19 Jun 2023 95,311 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2023 95,311 miles

Offside Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Drop arm (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 1 Jul 2022 94,414 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2020 94,023 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2020 94,000 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Offside rear hub is damp

Pass 29 Nov 2018 93,704 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Pass 11 Nov 2017 93,094 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2016 91,570 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2016 91,566 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside rear brake application uneven slow (3.7.B.2)

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 17 Nov 2015 85,018 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2014 81,128 miles

Coolant leak

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 13 Nov 2014 81,123 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve movement (3.3.A.5)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Coolant leak

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Nov 2013 78,322 miles

Oil leak

Fail 28 Nov 2013 78,320 miles

Offside Rear brake drum contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)

Oil leak

Pass 22 Nov 2012 77,712 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 76,343 miles

offside rear hub oil seal damp

Pass 22 May 2010 75,860 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2009 75,389 miles
Pass 24 May 2008 74,879 miles
Fail 23 May 2008 74,868 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Body has excessive displacement which may lead to loss of vehicle control (6.1.B.1a)

Offside Front Brake valve insecurely mounted (3.6.A.2a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Steering box insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Pass 10 May 2007 74,322 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2006 73,340 miles

How Reliable is the Land Rover Jeep?

Based on 2,119 MOT tests across 220 vehicles.

75.0%
Pass Rate
515
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
220
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 85
Stop lamp not working 82
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 70
Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush 49
position lamp(s) not working 48
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FRX 788T is a 1988 Land Rover Jeep in Green with a 2,250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72%.

Across all 1988 Land Rover Jeep models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.8% with a typical mileage of 74,874 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 Jeep fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 85 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FRX 788T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Land Rover Jeep typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 38 years old, this Land Rover Jeep is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FRX 788T?

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What year was FRX 788T registered?

FRX 788T is a 1988 Land Rover Jeep, first registered on 12 April 1988.

Is FRX 788T safe to buy?

The MOT history for FRX 788T shows 25 tests with a 72% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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