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A139 VYC

1983 Land Rover Series 3

Green Petrol 2250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2024
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

33,122 mi
Last recorded33,122 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2023
Typical for 1983 Land Rover Series 339,914 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA139 VYC
MakeLand Rover
ModelSeries 3
Year1983
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,250cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2023 33,122 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2022 32,637 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2022 32,637 miles

Offside Rear Brake drum contaminated LEAKING OIL ON DRUM (1.1.14 (b))

Pass 21 Jan 2021 32,542 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases BOX (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective BOX PIPE (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 21 Jan 2021 32,542 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases BOX (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective BOX PIPE (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Jan 2020 32,458 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2019 31,839 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2018 31,325 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2018 31,325 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 18 Jan 2017 31,254 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2016 30,870 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2015 30,217 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2013 28,600 miles

50% of number plate lamp inoperative

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

Offside front hub has slight play and slight oil leak

Pass 19 Mar 2012 27,349 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 19 Mar 2012 27,349 miles

Offside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 26 Mar 2011 25,327 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2010 23,550 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2009 23,232 miles

How Reliable is the Land Rover Series 3?

Based on 14,076 MOT tests across 1,392 vehicles.

69.6%
Pass Rate
574
Miles/Year
56
Year Lifespan
1,392
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 927
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 701
Stop lamp not working 608
Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 450
position lamp(s) not working 426
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A139 VYC is a 1983 Land Rover Series 3 in Green with a 2,250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1983 Land Rover Series 3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.5% with a typical mileage of 39,914 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Land Rover Series 3 fails its MOT is suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 927 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A139 VYC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Land Rover Series 3 typically stays on UK roads for around 56 years. At 43 years old, this Land Rover Series 3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A139 VYC registered?

A139 VYC is a 1983 Land Rover Series 3, first registered on 31 December 1983.

Is A139 VYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for A139 VYC shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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