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AUF 108T

1979 Land Rover Series 3

Grey Petrol 2286cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2017
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

5,903 mi
Last recorded5,903 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2016
Typical for 1979 Land Rover Series 342,335 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAUF 108T
MakeLand Rover
ModelSeries 3
Year1979
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,286cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2016 5,903 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 5,677 miles

Oil leak

Fail 28 Apr 2008 5,641 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 20 Apr 2007 4,820 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2006 3,636 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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AUF 108T is a 1979 Land Rover Series 3 in Grey with a 2,286cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1979 Land Rover Series 3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.8% with a typical mileage of 42,335 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 AUF 108T, 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 47 years old, this Land Rover Series 3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AUF 108T?

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What year was AUF 108T registered?

AUF 108T is a 1979 Land Rover Series 3, first registered on 29 June 1979.

Is AUF 108T safe to buy?

The MOT history for AUF 108T shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AUF 108T have outstanding finance?

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