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FRP 626L

1972 Land Rover Series 3

Green Petrol 2286cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

98,070 mi
Last recorded98,070 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2016
Typical for 1972 Land Rover Series 344,841 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFRP 626L
MakeLand Rover
ModelSeries 3
Year1972
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,286cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2016 98,070 miles

Oil leak ()

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

Pass 28 Aug 2015 98,070 miles

vehicle has slight corrossion

Pass 4 Aug 2014 98,070 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

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

rear axle corroded

Fail 25 Feb 2014 98,070 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Road wheel fractured (4.2.B.1a)

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Front Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Speedometer cannot be illuminated. (6.7.3)

Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

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

N/S/R bump stop missing

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

O/S/F splash guard missing

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

Parking brake operation grabbing slightly (3.7.C.3b)

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

Wipers slightly smear.

Pass 22 Dec 2012 98,070 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 24 Nov 2011 97,937 miles

Body has slight displacement of the body relative to the chassis (6.1.B.1a)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

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

N/S/F floor welded from inside. O/S Bulk head welded from under vehicle O/S/F wing cover missing

N/S/R bump stop missing also corrosion around all other 3 bump stops

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Road wheel fractured at bridge over valve (4.2.B.1a)

Oil leak

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

Fail 24 Nov 2011 97,937 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 25 Apr 2009 96,859 miles

Battery insecure

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

front wing panels corroded

rear floor supports missing

slight noise from n\s\f wheel bearing

Pass 5 Apr 2008 96,439 miles

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

chassis rusty

decellometer used on all brakes

n\s\f wheel bearing noisey

rear floor stays corroded

Pass 31 Mar 2007 95,769 miles

o\s\n\s\r chassis rusty

Pass 19 Apr 2006 94,947 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2006 94,947 miles

Nearside Front Leaf spring shackle pin locking device insecurely fitted (2.4.B.3b)

Nearside Front Leaf spring to axle securing nut insecure (2.4.B.7b)

Nearside Front Steering locking device insecure (2.2.C.1g)

Offside Front Leaf spring to axle securing nut insecure (2.4.B.7b)

oil leak

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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FRP 626L is a 1972 Land Rover Series 3 in Green with a 2,286cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 FRP 626L, 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 FRP 626L registered?

FRP 626L is a 1972 Land Rover Series 3, first registered on 11 September 1972.

Is FRP 626L safe to buy?

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