Land Rover 110 V8 Sw D (1983)
1983 Land Rover 110 V8 Sw D
CarHunch analysed 103 real MOT records for the 1983 Land Rover 110 V8 Sw D. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
This 1983 Land Rover 110 V8 is a catastrophic MOT performer: only 1.1% of the 103 vehicles tested passed first time, against a UK average of 80%, and none have ever recorded a dangerous defect—which at least means failures are cosmetic rather than safety-critical. With an average mileage of 139,296 miles and virtually no failures or advisories per vehicle (0.02 and 0.0 respectively), these results almost certainly reflect the age and rarity of the model rather than mechanical rot; most surviving examples are likely cherished classics maintained by enthusiasts rather than daily drivers presented cold to an MOT station.
If you're considering one, expect it to need serious work to pass inspection—these are 40-year-old vehicles with patchy service histories, and the low pass rate suggests poor visibility, emissions, or bodywork rather than engine trouble. Budget for pre-MOT remedial work and have an expert inspection before purchase.
What to check before buying a 1983 Land Rover 110 V8 Sw D
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (67%) | 69 | 0% | 0 |
| Diesel (33%) | 34 | 3.4% | 0.06 |
MOT History Averages
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