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Land Rover 88

Green · Petrol · 1980 · 2,286 cc

8830 DAMOT history

8830 DA is a green petrol Land Rover 88 first used on 30 Dec 1980. Its MOT expired on 29 Jun 2026 and it has passed 11 of 21 MOT tests, with 30,681 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jun 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 29 Jun 2026
Mileage
30,681 mi
At MOT on 30 Jun 2025
MOT tests
21
11 passed · 10 failed
Per year
181 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
8830 DA
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Land Rover
Model
88
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,286 cc
Year of manufacture
1980
First used
30 Dec 1980
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Jun 2026
Latest MOT test
30 Jun 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

8830 DA was last recorded at 30,681 miles on 30 Jun 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
30,681 miles · 27 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
181 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 30,681 miles
  • 2018 – 30,679 miles
  • 2017 – 30,659 miles
  • 2015 – 30,557 miles
  • 2014 – 30,446 miles
  • 2013 – 30,273 miles
  • 2012 – 29,675 miles
  • 2011 – 28,470 miles
  • 2009 – 27,693 miles
  • 2008 – 27,601 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass30,681 miles
  • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorSteering box leaking oil Relay (2.1.1 (e) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

    Failure4 MOTs, 2011–2017

  • Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Driver's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Nearside Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

21 tests since 14 Jun 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass30,681 miles2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    30,681 miles
    Test number
    690997619376
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil Relay (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail30,681 miles (+2)3 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,681 miles
    Test number
    593043660017
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested Engine stopped (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed Engine stopped running (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. Headland has come out of adjuster (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil Relay (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass30,679 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    30,679 miles
    Test number
    348596764428

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail30,673 miles (+14)2 dangerous1 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,673 miles
    Test number
    635256183177
    • DangerousNearside Front Seat belt likely to become detached in the event of a collision brace support bracket missing and seat belt is held in place with a washer (7.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Seat belt likely to become detached in the event of a collision brace support bracket missing and seat belt is held in place with a washer (7.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside All direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute indicators flash less than the required ammout (4.4.4 (a))
    • MinorOffside All direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute indicators flash less than the required ammout (4.4.4 (a))

  5. Pass30,659 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    30,659 miles
    Test number
    865735585673
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  6. Fail30,659 miles (+102)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,659 miles
    Test number
    308853291193
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  7. Pass30,557 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    30,557 miles
    Test number
    676881105277
    • NoteBoth front brakes slightly grabbing
    • NoteOil weep from steering box
    • NoteSlight roughness noise from n/s/r wheel when rotated

  8. Fail30,555 miles (+109)5 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,555 miles
    Test number
    835991705283
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
    • FailureExhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)
    • FailureHazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Electrical wiring damaged, but not exposing bare wires (1.9.2c)
    • NoteBoth front brakes slightly grabbing
    • NoteOil weep from steering box
    • NoteSlight roughness noise from n/s/r wheel when rotated

  9. Pass30,446 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    30,446 miles
    Test number
    729947354145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail30,446 miles (+173)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,446 miles
    Test number
    577817354119
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

  11. Pass30,273 miles (+2)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    30,273 miles
    Test number
    855448703048
    • NoteBattery is insecure
    • NoteFront hubs are leaking slightly
    • NoteOil leaks

  12. Fail30,271 miles (+596)9 failures5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,271 miles
    Test number
    149914903428
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureDriver's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureService brake is causing the vehicle to swerve to the offside (3.7.C.2)
    • NoteBattery is insecure
    • NoteExhaust is heavily corroded
    • NoteFront hubs are leaking slightly
    • NoteN/s/r hub/backplate wet
    • NoteOil leaks

  13. Pass29,675 miles7 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    29,675 miles
    Test number
    757311212089
    • NoteAux belt deteriorated
    • NoteBattery insecure
    • NoteExhaust corroding
    • NoteFront hubs are leaking
    • NoteOil leaks
    • NoteService brake pedal is spongey
    • NoteTubes fitted to tubeless tyres

  14. Fail29,675 miles (+1,205)4 failures1 advisory7 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,675 miles
    Test number
    379411412048
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)
    • FailureSteering box has a significant oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • FailureSteering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • NoteAux belt deteriorated
    • NoteBattery insecure
    • NoteExhaust corroding
    • NoteFront hubs are leaking
    • NoteOil leaks
    • NoteService brake pedal is spongey
    • NoteTubes fitted to tubeless tyres

  15. Pass28,470 miles8 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    28,470 miles
    Test number
    755183011065
    • NoteExhaust is corroded
    • NoteN/s and o/s rear shock absorbers have play in the bottom bushes
    • NoteN/s/f and both rear wheels have tubes fitted to tubeless tyres
    • NoteO/s/f hub is leaking
    • NoteO/s/f vavle stem is Ex. deteriorated1
    • NoteOil leaks - engine,gearbox and transfer box
    • NoteRear diff leaking
    • NoteSlight play in steering

  16. Fail28,470 miles (+777)4 failures2 advisories8 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,470 miles
    Test number
    146393511021
    • FailureDriver's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)
    • NoteExhaust is corroded
    • NoteN/s and o/s rear shock absorbers have play in the bottom bushes
    • NoteN/s/f and both rear wheels have tubes fitted to tubeless tyres
    • NoteO/s/f hub is leaking
    • NoteO/s/f vavle stem is Ex. deteriorated1
    • NoteOil leaks - engine,gearbox and transfer box
    • NoteRear diff leaking
    • NoteSlight play in steering

  17. Pass27,693 miles (+34)
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    27,693 miles
    Test number
    811752249386

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail27,659 miles3 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,659 miles
    Test number
    722621089287
    • Repaired at testDirection indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • NoteSlight leak from offside front steering pivot point (swivel)

  19. Pass27,659 miles (+58)1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    27,659 miles
    Test number
    804471189246
    • NoteSlight leak from offside front steering pivot point (swivel)

  20. Pass27,601 miles (+9)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    27,601 miles
    Test number
    294203478119
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  21. Fail27,592 miles3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,592 miles
    Test number
    930066768182
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureSteering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Questions about 8830 DA

What vehicle is registration 8830 DA currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 8830 DA on a green petrol Land Rover 88 first used on 30 Dec 1980. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does 8830 DA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on 8830 DA expired on 29 Jun 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on 8830 DA?
The MOT on 8830 DA expired on 29 Jun 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has 8830 DA done?
8830 DA was recorded at 30,681 miles at its MOT on 30 Jun 2025, an average of 181 miles a year.
Has 8830 DA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 8830 DA has failed 10 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on 8830 DA ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on 8830 DA find?
8830 DA passed its latest MOT on 30 Jun 2025 with 2 minor defects and 1 advisory: steering box leaking oil; steering box leaking oil relay; nearside front drag link end ball joint has slight play.

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