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LBH 781Y

1983 Land Rover Series 3

Green Petrol 2250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

14,483 mi
Last recorded14,483 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2007
Typical for 1983 Land Rover Series 339,914 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLBH 781Y
MakeLand Rover
ModelSeries 3
Year1983
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,250cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2007 14,483 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2007 14,483 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

washers not working

Pass 2 May 2006 14,344 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

alternator belt split.

slight damage o/s mirror.

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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LBH 781Y is a 1983 Land Rover Series 3 in Green with a 2,250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1983 Land Rover Series 3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.5% with a typical mileage of 39,914 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 LBH 781Y, 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 43 years old, this Land Rover Series 3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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How do I check the history of LBH 781Y?

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What year was LBH 781Y registered?

LBH 781Y is a 1983 Land Rover Series 3, first registered on 1 January 1983.

Is LBH 781Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for LBH 781Y shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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