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SFJ 125N

1988 Land Rover Series 3

Green Petrol 2286cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2018
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

45,585 mi
Last recorded45,585 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2017
Typical for 1988 Land Rover Series 354,928 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSFJ 125N
MakeLand Rover
ModelSeries 3
Year1988
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,286cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2017 45,585 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. offside slow in operation (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

oil leaks on engine / gear box and rear axle

small cracks around all tyres

Pass 15 Jun 2016 45,397 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

slight bind on nearside front brake

Fail 15 Jun 2016 45,389 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

slight bind on nearside front brake

Pass 17 Jun 2015 45,201 miles

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Oil leak

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 21 May 2014 44,257 miles
Fail 12 May 2014 44,116 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 18 Jun 2013 43,168 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2010 42,728 miles

Nearside Front Upper Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

Offside Front Upper Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

Pass 21 Mar 2008 42,397 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2006 42,258 miles

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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SFJ 125N is a 1988 Land Rover Series 3 in Green with a 2,286cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1988 Land Rover Series 3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.8% with a typical mileage of 54,928 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 SFJ 125N, 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 38 years old, this Land Rover Series 3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SFJ 125N?

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What year was SFJ 125N registered?

SFJ 125N is a 1988 Land Rover Series 3, first registered on 4 January 1988.

Is SFJ 125N safe to buy?

The MOT history for SFJ 125N shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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