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FCW 50Y

1983 Land Rover Series 3

Blue Petrol 3500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jan 2022
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

35,539 mi
Last recorded35,539 miles
Recorded on11 Jan 2021
Typical for 1983 Land Rover Series 339,914 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFCW 50Y
MakeLand Rover
ModelSeries 3
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,500cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jan 2021 35,539 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2019 35,117 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 2 Aug 2017 34,976 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2017 34,974 miles

Brake pedal does not operate a brake fitted to each wheel (3.3.A.3)

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Feb 2016 34,836 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2007 34,796 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2006 34,668 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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FCW 50Y is a 1983 Land Rover Series 3 in Blue with a 3,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 FCW 50Y, 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

How do I check the history of FCW 50Y?

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What year was FCW 50Y registered?

FCW 50Y is a 1983 Land Rover Series 3, first registered on 28 July 1983.

Is FCW 50Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for FCW 50Y shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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