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XHH 230Y

1983 Land Rover Series 3

Blue Petrol 2286cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Feb 2027
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

86,144 mi
Last recorded86,144 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2026
Typical for 1983 Land Rover Series 339,914 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXHH 230Y
MakeLand Rover
ModelSeries 3
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,286cc
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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2026 86,144 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2022 86,095 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2022 86,095 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Dec 2021 85,967 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2020 85,626 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2020 85,626 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Fail 27 Nov 2020 85,625 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Apr 2019 85,536 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2018 85,533 miles

Nearside Front steering swivel joint leaking oil

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front steering swivel joint leaking oil

Pass 21 Dec 2016 85,534 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2016 85,533 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

Pass 13 Nov 2015 85,533 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2014 85,533 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2014 85,533 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 18 Sep 2013 85,278 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2013 85,277 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 21 Aug 2012 84,856 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2011 84,415 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2011 84,415 miles

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

Pass 20 Aug 2010 84,187 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2009 840,150 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2008 84,016 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2007 83,898 miles
Pass 2 May 2006 83,845 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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XHH 230Y is a 1983 Land Rover Series 3 in Blue with a 2,286cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

Across all 1983 Land Rover Series 3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.5% with a typical mileage of 39,914 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 XHH 230Y, 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 43 years old, this Land Rover Series 3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of XHH 230Y?

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What year was XHH 230Y registered?

XHH 230Y is a 1983 Land Rover Series 3, first registered on 4 February 1983.

Is XHH 230Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for XHH 230Y shows 24 tests with a 70.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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