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ADC 25Y

1983 Land Rover Series 3

Blue Petrol 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2022
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

48,306 mi
Last recorded48,306 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2021
Typical for 1983 Land Rover Series 339,914 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationADC 25Y
MakeLand Rover
ModelSeries 3
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2021 48,306 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2020 47,998 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 27 May 2020 47,998 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected (4.4.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Pass 3 Dec 2016 45,583 miles

Nearside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

Pass 28 Nov 2015 38,871 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2014 31,838 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2013 24,544 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2012 15,091 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2011 7,008 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2008 6,711 miles

Offside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Fail 23 Jul 2008 6,708 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Service brake is causing the vehicle to swerve to the nearside (3.7.C.2)

1 bolt loose in rear prop shaft

Offside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Fail 13 May 2008 6,667 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 23 Nov 2006 4,459 miles

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

Fail 23 Nov 2006 4,459 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Service brake is causing the steering wheel to severely pull one way (3.7.C.2)

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

Pass 12 Dec 2005 2,656 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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ADC 25Y is a 1983 Land Rover Series 3 in Blue with a 2,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 ADC 25Y, 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 ADC 25Y registered?

ADC 25Y is a 1983 Land Rover Series 3, first registered on 2 February 1983.

Is ADC 25Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for ADC 25Y shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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