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GHT 897K

1972 Land Rover Series 3

Blue Petrol 2225cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2019
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

69,896 mi
Last recorded69,896 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2018
Typical for 1972 Land Rover Series 344,841 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGHT 897K
MakeLand Rover
ModelSeries 3
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,225cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2018 69,896 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2017 69,767 miles

Both front tyres cracking due to age, no cords showing

Pass 6 Jul 2016 69,618 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2015 69,441 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 7 Jul 2015 69,441 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2014 69,187 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2013 68,906 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2012 68,660 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 68,304 miles

registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 28 Sep 2006 67,530 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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GHT 897K is a 1972 Land Rover Series 3 in Blue with a 2,225cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 GHT 897K, 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 GHT 897K registered?

GHT 897K is a 1972 Land Rover Series 3, first registered on 3 May 1972.

Is GHT 897K safe to buy?

The MOT history for GHT 897K shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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