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DOG 231K

1971 Land Rover SERIES3

Green Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jun 2026
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

146,585 mi
Last recorded146,585 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2025
Typical for 1971 Land Rover SERIES379,042 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDOG 231K
MakeLand Rover
ModelSERIES3
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 30 Jun 2025 146,585 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2023 146,077 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2022 145,571 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2021 145,231 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2020 144,871 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2018 144,153 miles

How Reliable is the Land Rover SERIES3?

Based on 1,342 MOT tests across 149 vehicles.

71.4%
Pass Rate
538
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
149
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 95
Stop lamp not working 85
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 53
Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush 34
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 34
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DOG 231K is a 1971 Land Rover SERIES3 in Green with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1971 Land Rover SERIES3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 79,042 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Land Rover SERIES3 fails its MOT is suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 95 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DOG 231K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Land Rover SERIES3 typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 55 years old, this Land Rover SERIES3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DOG 231K?

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What year was DOG 231K registered?

DOG 231K is a 1971 Land Rover SERIES3, first registered on 1 January 1971.

Is DOG 231K safe to buy?

The MOT history for DOG 231K shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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