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VJA 312K

1971 Land Rover SERIES3

Orange Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

24,333 mi
Last recorded24,333 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2017
Typical for 1971 Land Rover SERIES379,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVJA 312K
MakeLand Rover
ModelSERIES3
Year1971
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2017 24,333 miles

Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush both rear shocker bushes worn (2.7.4)

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

n/s/rear hub oil seal slight leak

Fail 15 Aug 2017 24,326 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush both rear shocker bushes worn (2.7.4)

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

n/s/rear hub oil seal slight leak

Pass 6 Aug 2016 24,332 miles

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

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

Fail 5 Aug 2016 24,326 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

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

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

Pass 13 Feb 2015 24,249 miles

Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 18 Mar 2011 89,034 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2010 87,034 miles
Pass 21 May 2008 87,034 miles
Pass 19 May 2007 80,980 miles

How Reliable is the Land Rover SERIES3?

Based on 1,342 MOT tests across 149 vehicles.

71.4%
Pass Rate
538
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
149
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 95
Stop lamp not working 85
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 53
Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush 34
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 34
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VJA 312K is a 1971 Land Rover SERIES3 in Orange with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1971 Land Rover SERIES3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 79,042 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Land Rover SERIES3 fails its MOT is suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 95 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VJA 312K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Land Rover SERIES3 typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 55 years old, this Land Rover SERIES3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was VJA 312K registered?

VJA 312K is a 1971 Land Rover SERIES3, first registered on 12 November 1971.

Is VJA 312K safe to buy?

The MOT history for VJA 312K 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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