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UCN 38S

1978 Land Rover Series

Orange Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2024
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

40,890 mi
Last recorded40,890 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2023
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUCN 38S
MakeLand Rover
ModelSeries
Year1978
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2023 40,890 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 39,797 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 39,528 miles

Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (3.6.C.3)

Steering component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.2.C.1h)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

chassis corroded

Pass 13 Aug 2010 39,459 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2010 39,456 miles

Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Nearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 19 Dec 2007 39,374 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2007 39,374 miles

Offside Front Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 20 Dec 2006 39,349 miles

How Reliable is the Land Rover Series?

Based on 2,274 MOT tests across 196 vehicles.

69.6%
Pass Rate
504
Miles/Year
66
Year Lifespan
196
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 134
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 130
Stop lamp not working 106
Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush 92
position lamp(s) not working 78
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UCN 38S is a 1978 Land Rover Series in Orange with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

The most common reason a Land Rover Series fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 134 recorded failures. If you're considering buying UCN 38S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Land Rover Series typically stays on UK roads for around 66 years. At 48 years old, this Land Rover Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was UCN 38S registered?

UCN 38S is a 1978 Land Rover Series, first registered on 12 July 1978.

Is UCN 38S safe to buy?

The MOT history for UCN 38S shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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