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HMB 874X

1981 Land Rover Series 3

Grey Diesel 2286cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2010
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

83,872 mi
Last recorded83,872 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2009
Typical for 1981 Land Rover Series 363,970 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHMB 874X
MakeLand Rover
ModelSeries 3
Year1981
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,286cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2009 83,872 miles

interiour mirror loose

Fail 29 Jan 2009 83,820 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)

interiour mirror loose

Pass 18 Feb 2008 78,191 miles

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

Fail 28 Nov 2007 78,164 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)

Indicator switch insecure (1.4.A.1)

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

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Intermediate drop arm insecure (2.2.B.1a) DANGEROUS

Parking brake mechanism/associated mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.1.9) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Nov 2006 70,621 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2006 70,621 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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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HMB 874X is a 1981 Land Rover Series 3 in Grey with a 2,286cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1981 Land Rover Series 3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.8% with a typical mileage of 63,970 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 HMB 874X, 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 45 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 HMB 874X registered?

HMB 874X is a 1981 Land Rover Series 3, first registered on 31 December 1981.

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