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XBP 777V

1979 Land Rover Series 3

Blue Diesel 2286cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2017
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

36,524 mi
Last recorded36,524 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2016
Typical for 1979 Land Rover Series 342,335 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXBP 777V
MakeLand Rover
ModelSeries 3
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,286cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2016 36,524 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2013 35,302 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2011 34,976 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer missing (7.2.4c)

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Leaf spring eye defective (shackle) (2.4.B.1b)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring eye defective (shackle) (2.4.B.1b)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring eye defective (shackle) (2.4.B.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Leaf spring eye defective (shackle) (2.4.B.1b)

Offside Rear Leaf spring eye defective (shackle) (2.4.B.1b)

Offside Rear Leaf spring eye defective (shackle) (2.4.B.1b)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)

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

Nearside Front Leaf spring has slight side play at eye (shackle) (2.4.B.4)

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

Offside Front Leaf spring has slight side play at eye (anchor) (2.4.B.4)

Pass 18 Feb 2010 30,239 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2009 23,340 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2007 23,314 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Nearside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Leaf spring fractured (2.4.B.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)

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

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Seat belt flexible stalk cable has broken strands (5.2.4b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

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

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

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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XBP 777V is a 1979 Land Rover Series 3 in Blue with a 2,286cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1979 Land Rover Series 3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.8% with a typical mileage of 42,335 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 XBP 777V, 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 47 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 XBP 777V registered?

XBP 777V is a 1979 Land Rover Series 3, first registered on 1 August 1979.

Is XBP 777V safe to buy?

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