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RMK 872R

1977 Land Rover Series 3

Green Petrol 2286cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

73,746 mi
Last recorded73,746 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2025
Typical for 1977 Land Rover Series 350,428 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRMK 872R
MakeLand Rover
ModelSeries 3
Year1977
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,286cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2025 73,746 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2023 73,709 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2022 73,559 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2021 73,421 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2020 73,392 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2019 73,291 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2018 73,226 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2017 73,219 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2016 73,036 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2015 72,951 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2014 72,791 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2013 72,557 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2012 72,216 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 6 Feb 2012 72,216 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2011 71,787 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2010 71,349 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2010 71,347 miles

Nearside Front Front passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.4)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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RMK 872R is a 1977 Land Rover Series 3 in Green with a 2,286cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 1977 Land Rover Series 3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.2% with a typical mileage of 50,428 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 RMK 872R, 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 49 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 RMK 872R registered?

RMK 872R is a 1977 Land Rover Series 3, first registered on 31 December 1977.

Is RMK 872R safe to buy?

The MOT history for RMK 872R shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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