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A780 AVO

1983 Land Rover Series 3

Red Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2024
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

1,905 mi
Last recorded1,905 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2023
Typical for 1983 Land Rover Series 339,914 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA780 AVO
MakeLand Rover
ModelSeries 3
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2023 1,905 miles

Offside Gearbox mounting defective ()

Nearside Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Nearside Gearbox mounting defective ()

Nearside Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside loose bolt in chassis?

Pass 9 Aug 2022 1,025 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2022 1,025 miles

Offside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 17 Aug 2021 718 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2020 507 miles

Body component slightly loose Rear body supports corroded and insecure but not structural or in danger of causing injury (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Aug 2020 507 miles

Exhaust system insecure Fowling on NSF spring shackle (6.1.2 (a))

Body component slightly loose Rear body supports corroded and insecure but not structural or in danger of causing injury (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Aug 2019 31 miles

Brake actuating linkage mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Pedal Box (1.1.21 (e) (i))

Fail 14 Aug 2019 29 miles

Brake pipe connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system Nearside rear drum (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake actuating linkage mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Pedal Box (1.1.21 (e) (i))

Pass 24 Jul 2018 99,070 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Fluid leak, but not excessive hub (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive dipstick (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear metal brake pipes would benefit from sleeving in clips

Pass 8 Aug 2017 98,143 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2016 96,989 miles

slight corrosion on off side bulkhead

Pass 9 Apr 2014 96,835 miles

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

both rear wheel bearings have slight play

Fail 27 Mar 2014 96,834 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 28 Mar 2013 95,809 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2012 95,802 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2) DANGEROUS

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

both front swivel ball leaking slightly

Pass 5 Dec 2011 94,182 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 6 Dec 2010 91,086 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 11 Nov 2009 89,437 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2008 88,170 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2008 88,156 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

Pass 25 Oct 2007
Pass 24 Oct 2006 84,673 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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A780 AVO is a 1983 Land Rover Series 3 in Red with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 A780 AVO, 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.

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What year was A780 AVO registered?

A780 AVO is a 1983 Land Rover Series 3, first registered on 1 August 1983.

Is A780 AVO safe to buy?

The MOT history for A780 AVO shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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