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SXF 649

1957 Land Rover 88

Green Petrol 2250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

65,851 mi
Last recorded65,851 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2012
Typical for 1957 Land Rover 8848,017 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSXF 649
MakeLand Rover
Model88
Year1957
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,250cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2012 65,851 miles

both front tyres perished

n/s/f wheel bearing has slight play

steering box damp

Fail 1 Aug 2012 65,849 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

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)

both front tyres perished

n/s/f wheel bearing has slight play

steering box damp

Pass 4 Jul 2011 65,353 miles

Brake linkage worn but not seriously weakened (3.5.1e)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

Pass 15 Jun 2010 64,039 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2009 63,290 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2009 63,288 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Jul 2008 63,063 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2007 62,881 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2006 62,421 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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SXF 649 is a 1957 Land Rover 88 in Green with a 2,250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1957 Land Rover 88 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.1% with a typical mileage of 48,017 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 88 fails its MOT is suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 11,810 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SXF 649, 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 69 years old, this Land Rover 88 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SXF 649 registered?

SXF 649 is a 1957 Land Rover 88, first registered on 15 May 1957.

Is SXF 649 safe to buy?

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