MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
97,521 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
gearbox crossmember coroded
Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
gearbox crossmember coroded
Brake hydraulic reservoir leaking hydraulic fluid (3.6.A.1)
Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
Front Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
Nearside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)
Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)
Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Offside Front brake drum contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)
Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)
Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)
Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)
front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
oil leak
How Reliable is the Land Rover Series 3?
Based on 14,076 MOT tests across 1,392 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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HGJ 256K is a 1972 Land Rover Series 3 in Blue with a 2,286cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.
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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 HGJ 256K, 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.
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What year was HGJ 256K registered?
HGJ 256K is a 1972 Land Rover Series 3, first registered on 9 May 1972.
Is HGJ 256K safe to buy?
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