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SXF 691

1957 Land Rover 88

Green Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Nov 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

37,157 mi
Last recorded37,157 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2025
Typical for 1957 Land Rover 8848,017 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSXF 691
MakeLand Rover
Model88
Year1957
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2025 37,157 miles

Central Front Play in front steering box

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 6 Sep 2024 37,157 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2023 36,695 miles

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

Pass 6 Sep 2022 36,111 miles

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

Pass 24 Aug 2021 35,521 miles

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

Pass 11 Sep 2020 35,296 miles

Offside Front Lower Steering linkage ball joint has slight play idler arm ball joint advise wear (2.1.3 (b) (i))

advise play in idler arm bushes

Pass 19 Aug 2019 35,079 miles

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

fan belt split

o/s wiper blade rubber split

Pass 15 Aug 2018 34,622 miles

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Aug 2017 33,858 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2016 33,216 miles

n/s rear hub oil leak

Pass 24 Jul 2015 32,130 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2014 31,342 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 30,916 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2007 30,882 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2006 30,865 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2006 30,861 miles

Steering box has relative movement between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.2.B.1b)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)

Nearside Upper Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Offside Upper Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 4 Aug 2005 30,492 miles

Near and off side front tyers advance wear. †Nera and off side rear tyres advance wear and cut. †Near and off side tractor joints advance lift.

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 691 is a 1957 Land Rover 88 in Green with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 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 SXF 691, 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

How do I check the history of SXF 691?

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What year was SXF 691 registered?

SXF 691 is a 1957 Land Rover 88, first registered on 3 April 1957.

Is SXF 691 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SXF 691 shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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