Land Rover 88
Green · Petrol · 1961 · 2,300 cc
DSK 987MOT history
DSK 987 is a green petrol Land Rover 88 first used on 3 Nov 1961. Its MOT is valid until 15 Aug 2027 and it has passed 10 of 17 MOT tests, with 72,363 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Aug 2026.
- MOT
- Valid
- Until 15 Aug 2027
- Mileage
- 72,363 mi
- At MOT on 6 Aug 2026
- MOT tests
- 17
- 10 passed · 7 failed
- Per year
- 1,041 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- DSK 987
- Registration format
- Dateless
- Make
- Land Rover
- Model
- 88
- Colour
- Green
- Fuel type
- Petrol
- Engine size
- 2,300 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 1961
- First used
- 3 Nov 1961
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 15 Aug 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 6 Aug 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
DSK 987 was last recorded at 72,363 miles on 6 Aug 2026, 1,411 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Aug 2025.
- Previous MOT
- 70,952 miles · 4 Aug 2025
- Between the last two tests
- 1,411 miles
- Average per year
- 1,041 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 72,363 miles
- 2025 – 70,952 miles
- 2024 – 69,782 miles
- 2023 – 68,232 miles
- 2022 – 66,501 miles
- 2021 – 65,576 miles
- 2020 – 64,979 miles
- 2019 – 63,697 miles
- 2018 – 62,564 miles
- 2016 – 61,242 miles
- 2015 – 61,242 miles
What the latest MOT found
Pass72,363 miles
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive multiple leaks from transmission, front and rear diff, gear box. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear leaf springs corroded/swollen
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.
Registration plate lamp throwing direct white light to the rear
Minor3 MOTs, 2024–2025
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid
Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025
Oil leak, but not excessive rear diff
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024
Rear Exhaust mounting defective
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024
Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration
Advisory2 MOTs, 2023
Oil leak, but not excessive front/central/rear
Advisory2 MOTs, 2023
Full MOT history
17 tests since 30 Nov 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass72,363 miles (+1,411)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 15 Aug 2027
- Odometer
- 72,363 miles
- Test number
- 805964273037
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive multiple leaks from transmission, front and rear diff, gear box. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear leaf springs corroded/swollen
Pass70,952 miles1 minor3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 15 Aug 2026
- Odometer
- 70,952 miles
- Test number
- 226189386991
- MinorRegistration plate lamp throwing direct white light to the rear (4.7.1 (a))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive multiple leaks from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive multiple leaks from transmission/ front and rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryN/s/r & o/s/r leaf springs corroded/swollen
Fail70,951 miles (+1,169)6 major1 minor3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 70,951 miles
- Test number
- 738330109925
- MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
- MajorNearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
- MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
- MinorRegistration plate lamp throwing direct white light to the rear (4.7.1 (a))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive multiple leaks from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive multiple leaks from transmission/ front and rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryN/s/r & o/s/r leaf springs corroded/swollen
Pass69,782 miles (+7)1 minor3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 15 Aug 2025
- Odometer
- 69,782 miles
- Test number
- 274635451210
- MinorRegistration plate lamp throwing direct white light to the rear (4.7.1 (a))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
Fail69,775 miles (+1,543)4 major2 minor3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 69,775 miles
- Test number
- 763634679030
- MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
- MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength axle wholed/corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))
- MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
- MinorHorn control insecure (7.7 (b))
- MinorRegistration plate lamp throwing direct white light to the rear (4.7.1 (a))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
Pass68,232 miles1 minor3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 15 Aug 2024
- Odometer
- 68,232 miles
- Test number
- 602006182447
- MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
- AdvisoryExhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive front/central/rear (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside front hub seal leaking
Fail68,232 miles (+1,731)2 major1 minor3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 68,232 miles
- Test number
- 398012072312
- MajorFuel system component leaking fuel tank corroded/leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
- MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
- MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
- AdvisoryExhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive front/central/rear (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside front hub seal leaking
Pass66,501 miles (+925)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 13 Mar 2023
- Odometer
- 66,501 miles
- Test number
- 459507335870
- AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryCentral Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass65,576 miles (+597)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 13 Mar 2022
- Odometer
- 65,576 miles
- Test number
- 360481416168
- AdvisoryNearside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Pass64,979 miles (+1,282)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 13 Mar 2021
- Odometer
- 64,979 miles
- Test number
- 127031460534
- AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive Gearbox to transfer box area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass63,697 miles2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 13 Mar 2020
- Odometer
- 63,697 miles
- Test number
- 220378454522
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
Fail63,697 miles (+1,133)3 major2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 63,697 miles
- Test number
- 616005680103
- MajorBrake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
- MajorCentral Rear Exhaust system insecure Tail pipe rubbing on o/s/r tyre (6.1.2 (a))
- MajorOffside Rear Service brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
Pass62,564 miles1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 13 Mar 2019
- Odometer
- 62,564 miles
- Test number
- 966388418210
- AdvisoryOil leak Engine oil
Fail62,564 miles (+1,322)1 failure1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 62,564 miles
- Test number
- 102133034487
- FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
- AdvisoryOil leak Engine oil
Pass61,242 miles
- MOT expiry
- 31 Mar 2017
- Odometer
- 61,242 miles
- Test number
- 190008250830
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail61,242 miles1 failure
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 61,242 miles
- Test number
- 506033846124
- FailureParking brake efficiency below requirements (3.7.E.1)
Fail61,242 miles4 failures2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 61,242 miles
- Test number
- 112525277693
- FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
- FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
- FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
- FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
- AdvisoryCentre Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Body has slight corrosion centre (6.1.B.2)
Questions about DSK 987
- What vehicle is registration DSK 987 currently assigned to?
- DVSA MOT records show DSK 987 on a green petrol Land Rover 88 first used on 3 Nov 1961. 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 DSK 987 currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on DSK 987 is valid until 15 Aug 2027.
- When is the MOT due on DSK 987?
- The MOT on DSK 987 is valid until 15 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has DSK 987 done?
- DSK 987 was recorded at 72,363 miles at its MOT on 6 Aug 2026, an average of 1,041 miles a year.
- Has DSK 987 ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. DSK 987 has failed 7 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Aug 2025.
- Has the mileage on DSK 987 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 DSK 987 find?
- DSK 987 passed its latest MOT on 6 Aug 2026 with 3 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive; oil leak, but not excessive multiple leaks from transmission, front and rear diff, gear box.; rear leaf springs corroded/swollen.
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