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BAM 672L

1972 Land Rover Series 3

Brown Diesel 2286cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2019
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

36,711 mi
Last recorded36,711 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2018
Typical for 1972 Land Rover Series 344,841 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBAM 672L
MakeLand Rover
ModelSeries 3
Year1972
ColourBrown
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,286cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2018 36,711 miles

both rear tyres perishing

Pass 19 Jul 2017 36,074 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside wiper blade split end

nearside & offside front bulhead/floors corrosion

Fail 19 Jul 2017 36,074 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside wiper blade split end

nearside & offside front bulhead/floors corrosion

Pass 6 Jul 2016 35,690 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2016 35,680 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour excess blue smoke when revved (7.4.B.4)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release belt locking blade missing (5.2.5a) DANGEROUS

oil light on

rear door skin splitting at spare wheel carrier

Pass 31 Jul 2015 35,619 miles

engine slight smoke on low tick over

smokey on tick over

Fail 31 Jul 2015 35,617 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Fuel system component leaking under bonnet (7.2.3)

engine slight smoke on low tick over

Pass 22 Jul 2014 35,154 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2013 34,400 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2012 33,801 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 32,232 miles

drivers footwell starting toc corrode

passenger footwell corroded

Pass 15 Jul 2010 27,206 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2009 23,304 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2008 22,278 miles

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 30 Jul 2007 21,046 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2007 21,046 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer missing (7.2.4c)

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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BAM 672L is a 1972 Land Rover Series 3 in Brown with a 2,286cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1972 Land Rover Series 3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.5% with a typical mileage of 44,841 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 BAM 672L, 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 54 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 BAM 672L?

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What year was BAM 672L registered?

BAM 672L is a 1972 Land Rover Series 3, first registered on 1 November 1972.

Is BAM 672L safe to buy?

The MOT history for BAM 672L shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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