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OAU 966

1952 Land Rover 88

Green Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2012
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

36,491 mi
Last recorded36,491 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2011
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOAU 966
MakeLand Rover
Model88
Year1952
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2011 36,491 miles
Pass 19 May 2010 35,895 miles

slight leak from steering box

Pass 19 May 2009 35,347 miles
Fail 19 May 2009 35,347 miles

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

Pass 1 Apr 2008 14,765 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

slight seepage of oil from steering box and front hubs

Pass 4 Apr 2007 33,921 miles

IGNITION WARNING LIGHT STAYING ON †SLIGHT PLAY IN BOTH FRONT HUBS †REAR EXHAUST BRACKET LOOSE

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

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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OAU 966 is a 1952 Land Rover 88 in Green with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 OAU 966, 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 74 years old, this Land Rover 88 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of OAU 966?

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What year was OAU 966 registered?

OAU 966 is a 1952 Land Rover 88, first registered on 10 April 1952.

Is OAU 966 safe to buy?

The MOT history for OAU 966 shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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