1961 Land Rover 88" - 4 Cyl MOT Pass Rate
Pass rate for 88" - 4 Cyl models manufactured in 1961, based on 583 real MOT test results.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
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View 1961 Land Rover 88" - 4 Cyl vintage page → (66.7% current pass rate)1961 Land Rover 88" - 4 Cyl MOT Analysis
The 1961 Land Rover 88" - 4 Cyl has an MOT pass rate of 66.2% based on 583 tests — slightly above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 52,326 miles on the odometer. With a 33.8% failure rate, the 1961 88" - 4 Cyl is rated as "Good" for MOT reliability.
The leading cause of MOT failure for the 1961 Land Rover 88" - 4 Cyl is Suspension, responsible for 1.0% of failures. Suspension failures typically involve worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, broken coil springs, and damaged suspension arms. These affect ride quality, tyre wear, and road holding. Typical repair costs range from £200–500. Brakes is the second most common issue at 0.7%. Non-component advisories follows at 0.5%.
Top failures specific to 1961 models only. The overall 88" - 4 Cyl page may show different rankings.
What Fails Most
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension | 1.0% | 6 |
| 2 | Brakes | 0.7% | 4 |
| 3 | Non-component Advisories | 0.5% | 3 |
| 4 | Driver's View Of The Road | 0.3% | 2 |
| 5 | Lamps, Reflectors And Electrical Equipment | 0.2% | 1 |
| 6 | Tyres | 0.2% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 52,326 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 0.20 | 1.0% | 6 |
| Brakes | 0.13 | 0.7% | 4 |
| Non-component advisories | 0.10 | 0.5% | 3 |
| Visibility | 0.07 | 0.3% | 2 |
| Lamps & Electrical | 0.03 | 0.2% | 1 |
| Tyres | 0.03 | 0.2% | 1 |
Mileage Statistics
Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.
About This Data
The 1961 Land Rover 88" - 4 Cyl has an MOT pass rate of 66.2% based on 583 tests — slightly above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 52,326 miles on the odometer. With a 33.8% failure rate, the 1961 88" - 4 Cyl is rated as "Good" for MOT reliability.
If you own or are considering buying a 1961 Land Rover 88" - 4 Cyl, you can expect reliable MOT performance overall. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to suspension: Look for uneven tyre wear, listen for clunking over bumps, and check if the car pulls to one side. A bouncy ride suggests worn shock absorbers. Visually inspect coil springs for cracks. At 52,326 average miles, these vehicles are in the mid-range where component wear starts to become a factor.
Suspension — 1.0% of failures
Suspension issues account for 1.0% of MOT failures on 1961 Land Rover 88" - 4 Cyl models. Suspension failures typically involve worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, broken coil springs, and damaged suspension arms. These affect ride quality, tyre wear, and road holding. Typical repair costs: £200–500. Pre-MOT check: Look for uneven tyre wear, listen for clunking over bumps, and check if the car pulls to one side. A bouncy ride suggests worn shock absorbers. Visually inspect coil springs for cracks.
Brakes — 0.7% of failures
Brakes issues account for 0.7% of MOT failures on 1961 Land Rover 88" - 4 Cyl models. Brake-related failures include worn brake pads, corroded brake discs, leaking brake lines, and faulty brake servos. These are safety-critical components — any brake deficiency will result in an MOT fail. Typical repair costs: £150–400. Pre-MOT check: Listen for squealing or grinding noises. Check brake pedal feel — if it feels spongy or goes to the floor, have the system inspected immediately. Look at brake pad thickness through the wheel spokes (minimum 3mm).
Non-component advisories — 0.5% of failures
Non-component advisories issues account for 0.5% of MOT failures on 1961 Land Rover 88" - 4 Cyl models. Non-component advisories issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. Typical repair costs: £100–400. Pre-MOT check: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.