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WWL 568T

1978 Land Rover Series 3

Green Petrol 2286cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jan 2020
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

89,736 mi
Last recorded89,736 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2019
Typical for 1978 Land Rover Series 360,550 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWWL 568T
MakeLand Rover
ModelSeries 3
Year1978
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,286cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2019 89,736 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Bump stop area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front swivel seal leaking (slight leak)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Bump stop area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Bump stop area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

The off side rear leaf-spring securing bolts do not appear to reach the nylon locking nut

Fail 31 Dec 2018 89,736 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Front Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (5.2.3 (f))

Speedometer clearly inoperative (7.8 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Bump stop area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front swivel seal leaking (slight leak)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Bump stop area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Bump stop area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

The off side rear leaf-spring securing bolts do not appear to reach the nylon locking nut

Pass 18 Dec 2017 89,736 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

The engine is only running on three cylinders!

The off side rear leaf-spring securing bolts do not appear to reach the nylon locking nut! Further investigation advised!

The rear bump stop mountings are corroded!

The underside of vehicle / chassis is heavily undersealed! Tested as presented.

Pass 19 Dec 2016 89,736 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

oil on engine - not dripping

Fail 16 Nov 2016 89,736 miles

Nearside Service brake is causing the steering wheel to severely pull one way (3.7.C.2)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)

Offside Front Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

oil on engine - not dripping

Pass 12 May 2014 89,214 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 89,033 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Fail 19 Jun 2013 89,031 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Front position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Pass 28 Aug 2012 87,984 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2006 86,707 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 3 Aug 2006 86,707 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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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WWL 568T is a 1978 Land Rover Series 3 in Green with a 2,286cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 WWL 568T, 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.

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What year was WWL 568T registered?

WWL 568T is a 1978 Land Rover Series 3, first registered on 13 December 1978.

Is WWL 568T safe to buy?

The MOT history for WWL 568T shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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