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THU 810S

1978 Land Rover Series 3

Cream Petrol 2286cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2018
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

14,735 mi
Last recorded14,735 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2017
Typical for 1978 Land Rover Series 360,550 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTHU 810S
MakeLand Rover
ModelSeries 3
Year1978
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,286cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 16 Sep 2017 14,735 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 17 Sep 2016 8,519 miles

Nearside Front Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Pass 12 Sep 2015 2,374 miles

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

coolant leak

Pass 8 Aug 2013 98,118 miles

rear x member corroded outside prescribed area

slight play in o/s/f king pin

Pass 10 Aug 2012 97,994 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2008 96,256 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2007 93,454 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2006 89,399 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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THU 810S is a 1978 Land Rover Series 3 in Cream with a 2,286cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1978 Land Rover Series 3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.7% with a typical mileage of 60,550 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 THU 810S, 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 48 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 THU 810S?

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What year was THU 810S registered?

THU 810S is a 1978 Land Rover Series 3, first registered on 22 June 1978.

Is THU 810S safe to buy?

The MOT history for THU 810S shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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