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A816 BKU

1985 Land Rover SERIES3

Beige Petrol 2200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2023
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

7,219 mi
Last recorded7,219 miles
Recorded on6 May 2022
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA816 BKU
MakeLand Rover
ModelSERIES3
Year1985
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,200cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 May 2022 7,219 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2021 7,219 miles

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

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 11 Nov 2020 6,915 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 961 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 161 miles

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Fail 4 May 2018 161 miles

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

How Reliable is the Land Rover SERIES3?

Based on 1,342 MOT tests across 149 vehicles.

71.4%
Pass Rate
538
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
149
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 95
Stop lamp not working 85
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 53
Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush 34
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 34
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A816 BKU is a 1985 Land Rover SERIES3 in Beige with a 2,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

The most common reason a Land Rover SERIES3 fails its MOT is suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 95 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A816 BKU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Land Rover SERIES3 typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 41 years old, this Land Rover SERIES3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A816 BKU?

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What year was A816 BKU registered?

A816 BKU is a 1985 Land Rover SERIES3, first registered on 15 January 1985.

Is A816 BKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for A816 BKU shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A816 BKU have outstanding finance?

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