MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
69,072 miAbove average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
How Reliable is the Land Rover Series 3?
Based on 14,076 MOT tests across 1,392 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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AWY 166S is a 1978 Land Rover Series 3 in Blue with a 2,200cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
Across all 1978 Land Rover Series 3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.7% with a typical mileage of 60,550 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 AWY 166S, 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 48 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 AWY 166S?
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What year was AWY 166S registered?
AWY 166S is a 1978 Land Rover Series 3, first registered on 16 May 1978.
Is AWY 166S safe to buy?
The MOT history for AWY 166S shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does AWY 166S have outstanding finance?
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