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3984 DF

1978 Rover Land Rover

Green Petrol 2286cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2016
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

97,518 mi
Last recorded97,518 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2015
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Vehicle Details

Registration3984 DF
MakeRover
ModelLand Rover
Year1978
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,286cc
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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2015 97,518 miles

Nearside Front tread cracking

Offside Front tread cracking

Pass 25 Sep 2014 97,226 miles

Nearside Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

all tyres starting to perish particulary ns front

cant check all pipes and cables due to mud and grease etc on chassis

slight play in front swivels.

Pass 26 Sep 2013 96,703 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2012 96,189 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2011 96,031 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2010 95,719 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2009 95,022 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2008 93,951 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 7 Oct 2008 93,946 miles

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen washer control missing (8.2.1a)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

n/s/r wheel slighty binding

o/s/r wheel slighty binding

How Reliable is the Rover Land Rover?

Based on 852 MOT tests across 100 vehicles.

74.9%
Pass Rate
410
Miles/Year
65
Year Lifespan
100
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 32
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 26
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 23
Headlamp not working on main beam 21
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 20
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3984 DF is a 1978 Rover Land Rover in Green with a 2,286cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

The most common reason a Rover Land Rover fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 32 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 3984 DF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover Land Rover typically stays on UK roads for around 65 years. At 48 years old, this Rover Land Rover is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was 3984 DF registered?

3984 DF is a 1978 Rover Land Rover, first registered on 13 April 1978.

Is 3984 DF safe to buy?

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