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FKV 524T

1979 Land Rover Series 3

White Diesel 3300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Mar 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

96,271 mi
Last recorded96,271 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2006
Typical for 1979 Land Rover Series 342,335 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFKV 524T
MakeLand Rover
ModelSeries 3
Year1979
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,300cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 21 Mar 2006 96,271 miles

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

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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FKV 524T is a 1979 Land Rover Series 3 in White with a 3,300cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1979 Land Rover Series 3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.8% with a typical mileage of 42,335 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 FKV 524T, 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 47 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 FKV 524T?

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What year was FKV 524T registered?

FKV 524T is a 1979 Land Rover Series 3, first registered on 15 May 1979.

Is FKV 524T safe to buy?

The MOT history for FKV 524T shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FKV 524T have outstanding finance?

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