MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
84,021 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Nearside Front Leaf spring has excessive wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)
Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS
Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)
How Reliable is the Land Rover 88?
Based on 159,893 MOT tests across 17,464 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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SOE 809S is a 1977 Land Rover 88 in Blue with a 2,286cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.
Across all 1977 Land Rover 88 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.6% with a typical mileage of 58,279 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 SOE 809S, 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 49 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 SOE 809S?
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What year was SOE 809S registered?
SOE 809S is a 1977 Land Rover 88, first registered on 28 September 1977.
Is SOE 809S safe to buy?
The MOT history for SOE 809S shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does SOE 809S have outstanding finance?
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