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Land Rover 88

Blue · Diesel · 1962

895 XWAMOT history

895 XWA is a blue diesel Land Rover 88 first used on 1 Mar 1962. Its MOT expired on 29 May 2024 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 72,266 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 May 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 29 May 2024
Mileage
72,266 mi
At MOT on 30 May 2023
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
742 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
895 XWA
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Land Rover
Model
88
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Year of manufacture
1962
First used
1 Mar 1962
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 May 2024
Latest MOT test
30 May 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

895 XWA was last recorded at 72,266 miles on 30 May 2023, 29 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 May 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
72,237 miles · 16 May 2023
Between the last two tests
29 miles
Average per year
742 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 72,266 miles
  • 2022 – 70,468 miles
  • 2021 – 67,074 miles
  • 2018 – 66,523 miles
  • 2016 – 66,216 miles
  • 2015 – 65,839 miles
  • 2014 – 65,155 miles
  • 2009 – 63,175 miles
  • 2008 – 62,963 miles
  • 2007 – 62,402 miles
  • 2006 – 61,017 miles
  • 2005 – 59,210 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass72,266 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive Differential pinion seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Fluid leak, but not excessive shaft end seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Transfer box (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisorySteering box slight play between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.1.3 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Oil leak

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Front axel swivel joints leaking

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Rear axel seals slight oil leaks

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Nearside Rear Leaf spring slipper slightly worn (2.4.B.5)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2016

Full MOT history

17 tests since 20 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass72,266 miles (+29)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2024
    Odometer
    72,266 miles
    Test number
    619143156778
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive Differential pinion seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Fluid leak, but not excessive shaft end seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Transfer box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box slight play between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.1.3 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail72,237 miles (+1,769)7 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,237 miles
    Test number
    627562177339
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorIndicator switch inoperative Intermittent (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour faded (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive Differential pinion seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Fluid leak, but not excessive shaft end seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Transfer box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box slight play between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.1.3 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass70,468 miles (+3,394)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2023
    Odometer
    70,468 miles
    Test number
    418358573048
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExtensive repairs to rear chassi

  4. Pass67,074 miles (+551)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2022
    Odometer
    67,074 miles
    Test number
    145666053099
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryExtensive welded repairs to body and chassi

  5. Pass66,523 miles (+4)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    66,523 miles
    Test number
    454668959255
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryFront axel swivel joints leaking
    • AdvisoryRear axel seals slight oil leaks

  6. Fail66,519 miles (+303)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,519 miles
    Test number
    919015459258
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high adjusters not working (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryFront axel swivel joints leaking
    • AdvisoryRear axel seals slight oil leaks

  7. Pass66,216 miles (+21)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    66,216 miles
    Test number
    759068010860
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryBoth front tractor joints leaking
    • AdvisorySlight under body corrosion

  8. Fail66,195 miles (+356)6 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,195 miles
    Test number
    886948022674
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Leaf spring fractured (2.4.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis leg (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting rear panel/chassis (6.6.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front door pilar corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring slipper slightly worn (2.4.B.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion shocker mount (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear hub has slight oil leak
    • AdvisoryBoth front swivel housings has slight oil leak
    • AdvisorySlight surface corrosion around pedals

  9. Pass65,839 miles (+684)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    65,839 miles
    Test number
    669141221363

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass65,155 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    65,155 miles
    Test number
    988039554243
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring slipper slightly worn (2.4.B.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring slipper slightly worn (2.4.B.5)
    • NoteOil leak from both front swivel housings,

  11. Fail65,154 miles (+1,979)5 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,154 miles
    Test number
    685029654214
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring slipper slightly worn (2.4.B.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring slipper slightly worn (2.4.B.5)
    • NoteOil leak from both front swivel housings,

  12. Pass63,175 miles (+212)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    63,175 miles
    Test number
    493450429334
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteCentre exhaust mounting deteriorated
    • NoteSlight rusting to front and rear brake pipes,ferrules and unions

  13. Pass62,963 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    62,963 miles
    Test number
    701530318310

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail62,954 miles (+552)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,954 miles
    Test number
    471038808331
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteOil leak on both front and offside rear hubs

  15. Pass62,402 miles (+1,385)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    62,402 miles
    Test number
    211352117333
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Pass61,017 miles (+1,807)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    61,017 miles
    Test number
    992581896292
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Pass59,210 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    59,210 miles
    Test number
    824073295271
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • NoteEngine oil leaks
    • NoteSlight oil leak from offside rear hub seal

Questions about 895 XWA

What vehicle is registration 895 XWA currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 895 XWA on a blue diesel Land Rover 88 first used on 1 Mar 1962. 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 895 XWA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on 895 XWA expired on 29 May 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on 895 XWA?
The MOT on 895 XWA expired on 29 May 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has 895 XWA done?
895 XWA was recorded at 72,266 miles at its MOT on 30 May 2023, an average of 742 miles a year.
Has 895 XWA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 895 XWA has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 16 May 2023.
Has the mileage on 895 XWA 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 895 XWA find?
895 XWA passed its latest MOT on 30 May 2023 with 5 advisories: front oil leak, but not excessive differential pinion seal; offside rear fluid leak, but not excessive shaft end seal; oil leak, but not excessive transfer box, and 2 more.

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