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A989 NFX

1983 Land Rover Series 3

Green Petrol 2250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2017
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

84,914 mi
Last recorded84,914 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2016
Typical for 1983 Land Rover Series 339,914 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA989 NFX
MakeLand Rover
ModelSeries 3
Year1983
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,250cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2016 84,914 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 84,350 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 83,404 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2011 83,404 miles

Nearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 1 Oct 2008 82,902 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2006 81,955 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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A989 NFX is a 1983 Land Rover Series 3 in Green with a 2,250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 A989 NFX, 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 A989 NFX registered?

A989 NFX is a 1983 Land Rover Series 3, first registered on 31 December 1983.

Is A989 NFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for A989 NFX 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 A989 NFX have outstanding finance?

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