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DDX 397Y

1983 Land Rover Series 3

Green Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Dec 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

4,330 mi
Last recorded4,330 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2025
Typical for 1983 Land Rover Series 339,914 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDDX 397Y
MakeLand Rover
ModelSeries 3
Year1983
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2025 4,330 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2024 3,780 miles

Service brake binding but not excessively both fronts (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 28 Nov 2024 3,767 miles

Rear Service brake excessively binding both sides (1.2.1 (f))

Service brake binding but not excessively both fronts (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 16 Nov 2023 3,476 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2022 3,187 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2021 3,007 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2020 2,690 miles

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 20 Nov 2019 2,343 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive steering box (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Nov 2018 2,258 miles

Nearside Front Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Fail 28 Nov 2018 2,258 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Pass 16 Nov 2017 2,126 miles

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Pass 22 Nov 2016 1,963 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2015 1,834 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2014 1,506 miles

Slight bind on rear brakes.

Pass 19 Nov 2013 1,320 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2012 1,040 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2011 714 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2010 252 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2009 5 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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DDX 397Y is a 1983 Land Rover Series 3 in Green with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 DDX 397Y, 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 DDX 397Y registered?

DDX 397Y is a 1983 Land Rover Series 3, first registered on 1 May 1983.

Is DDX 397Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for DDX 397Y shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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