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VCL 783K

1972 Land Rover Series 3

Green Diesel 2250cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Mar 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

34,760 mi
Last recorded34,760 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2026
Typical for 1972 Land Rover Series 344,841 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVCL 783K
MakeLand Rover
ModelSeries 3
Year1972
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,250cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 3 Mar 2026 34,760 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2025 32,619 miles

Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both sides of vehicle (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Oil leak, but not excessive slight leak from oil filter housing (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Feb 2024 31,417 miles

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Central Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Feb 2023 30,597 miles

Front Fluid leak, but not excessive and rear (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both sides (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 23 Feb 2022 29,522 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2021 29,244 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2020 28,853 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2019 28,185 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2018 27,161 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2017 26,177 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2016 25,127 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2015 56,750 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2014 56,533 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2013 55,733 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2012 54,532 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2011 54,344 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2010 52,664 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2009 49,833 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2008 48,625 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2007 46,070 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2006 43,058 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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VCL 783K is a 1972 Land Rover Series 3 in Green with a 2,250cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 VCL 783K, 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 VCL 783K registered?

VCL 783K is a 1972 Land Rover Series 3, first registered on 25 May 1972.

Is VCL 783K safe to buy?

The MOT history for VCL 783K shows 21 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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