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FBW 959K

1972 Land Rover Series 3

Green Petrol 2250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

76,770 mi
Last recorded76,770 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2018
Typical for 1972 Land Rover Series 344,841 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFBW 959K
MakeLand Rover
ModelSeries 3
Year1972
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,250cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2018 76,770 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2017 76,020 miles

Front propshaft gaiter poor

brakes slight bind attention soon

oil leak engine + front diff area

Pass 23 Feb 2016 75,277 miles

brake pedal travel slightly long

Pass 10 Feb 2015 74,741 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2014 74,401 miles

Service brake grabbing slightly (3.7.C.2)

exhaust becomming corroded at rear

Pass 18 Jan 2013 74,372 miles

Nearside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 2 Dec 2011 74,293 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 16 Aug 2010 74,035 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2010 74,035 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear rear brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.5b)

Propshaft component defective

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 17 Jul 2009 73,697 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2009 73,697 miles

Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Fail 5 Jun 2008 73,440 miles

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 5 Jun 2008 73,440 miles
Pass 25 May 2007 73,222 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 7 Jun 2006 71,952 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

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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FBW 959K is a 1972 Land Rover Series 3 in Green with a 2,250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 FBW 959K, 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

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What year was FBW 959K registered?

FBW 959K is a 1972 Land Rover Series 3, first registered on 11 April 1972.

Is FBW 959K safe to buy?

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