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STS 23S

1977 Land Rover Series 3

Green Diesel 2286cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

21,325 mi
Last recorded21,325 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2017
Typical for 1977 Land Rover Series 350,428 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSTS 23S
MakeLand Rover
ModelSeries 3
Year1977
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,286cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2017 21,325 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2017 21,325 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2016 20,747 miles

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Pass 1 Apr 2015 19,137 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2013 18,836 miles

Coolant leak

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

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

Oil leak

n/s rear tyre cracked

Pass 20 Apr 2012 18,396 miles

Oil leak

Pass 28 Apr 2011 14,486 miles

Oil leak

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

o/s side of vehicle low.

Fail 21 Apr 2011 14,418 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Leaf spring has excessive wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Leaf spring has excessive wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Oil leak

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

o/s side of vehicle low.

Pass 1 May 2010 7,023 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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STS 23S is a 1977 Land Rover Series 3 in Green with a 2,286cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 STS 23S, 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 STS 23S registered?

STS 23S is a 1977 Land Rover Series 3, first registered on 1 December 1977.

Is STS 23S safe to buy?

The MOT history for STS 23S shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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