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FTM 221L

1987 Land Rover SERIES3

Green Diesel 2335cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Oct 2017
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

68,526 mi
Last recorded68,526 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2016
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFTM 221L
MakeLand Rover
ModelSERIES3
Year1987
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,335cc
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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2016 68,526 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2007 68,159 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2007 68,159 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 10 Mar 2006 68,159 miles

Offside Front Lower Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

advise corrosion under o/s/f wing

Fail 6 Mar 2006 68,159 miles

Nearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (3.6.C.3)

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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FTM 221L is a 1987 Land Rover SERIES3 in Green with a 2,335cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 FTM 221L, 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 39 years old, this Land Rover SERIES3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FTM 221L registered?

FTM 221L is a 1987 Land Rover SERIES3, first registered on 20 March 1987.

Is FTM 221L safe to buy?

The MOT history for FTM 221L shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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