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OTL 859M

1974 Land Rover Series 3

Green Diesel 2250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

77,435 mi
Last recorded77,435 miles
Recorded on5 May 2017
Typical for 1974 Land Rover Series 358,256 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOTL 859M
MakeLand Rover
ModelSeries 3
Year1974
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,250cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 May 2017 77,435 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 77,255 miles
Pass 5 May 2015 77,113 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 76,837 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 76,625 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2012 76,541 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 76,440 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 76,098 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 75,877 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2008 75,764 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2007 75,505 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 74,983 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2006 74,983 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

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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OTL 859M is a 1974 Land Rover Series 3 in Green with a 2,250cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1974 Land Rover Series 3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.4% with a typical mileage of 58,256 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 OTL 859M, 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 52 years old, this Land Rover Series 3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of OTL 859M?

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What year was OTL 859M registered?

OTL 859M is a 1974 Land Rover Series 3, first registered on 1 February 1974.

Is OTL 859M safe to buy?

The MOT history for OTL 859M shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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