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RTK 80K

1972 Land Rover Series 3

Blue Petrol 9999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

9,095 mi
Last recorded9,095 miles
Recorded on27 May 2017
Typical for 1972 Land Rover Series 344,841 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRTK 80K
MakeLand Rover
ModelSeries 3
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine9,999cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 May 2017 9,095 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 8,272 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

oil leak from engine area

Pass 6 Dec 2014 7,605 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Fail 6 Dec 2014 7,605 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 30 Nov 2013 6,711 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Dec 2012 5,798 miles

Oil leak

Pass 3 Dec 2011 5,208 miles

Oil leak

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 6 May 2010

both front hub seals have slight fluid leak

steering box has slight fluid leak

Pass 17 Feb 2009 2,551 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2008 1,547 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 5 Dec 2006 481 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2006 464 miles

Nearside Front rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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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RTK 80K is a 1972 Land Rover Series 3 in Blue with a 9,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 RTK 80K, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RTK 80K registered?

RTK 80K is a 1972 Land Rover Series 3, first registered on 8 May 1972.

Is RTK 80K safe to buy?

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