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YAV 198X

1982 Land Rover Series 3

Green Petrol 2400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2020
Tests21 (12 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

90,650 mi
Last recorded90,650 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2019
Typical for 1982 Land Rover Series 355,844 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYAV 198X
MakeLand Rover
ModelSeries 3
Year1982
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

12 pass 9 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2019 90,650 miles

chassis rails corroded

oil leak

Fail 17 Sep 2019 90,650 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis outrigger (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

chassis rails corroded

oil leak

Pass 24 Mar 2017 90,645 miles

Both rear tyres perishing

General under body corrosion to chassis rails - floor pan - outriggers - suspension components

Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush Both rear upper bushes (2.7.4)

Fail 15 Mar 2017 90,638 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings Nearside centre - towards front outrigger (6.1.B.2)

Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings Nearside centre - towards rear outrigger (6.1.B.2)

Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings Nearside chassis rail towards front (6.1.B.2)

Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings Nearside rear leaf spring mounting - towards the front (6.1.B.2)

Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings Nearside rear outrigger (6.1.B.2)

Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings Offside rear leaf spring mounting - towards the front (6.1.B.2)

Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings Offside rear outrigger (6.1.B.2)

Vehicle structure is damaged, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings Offside rear chassis rail leaf spring mount split (6.1.B.2)

Both rear tyres perishing

Braking effort low

General under body corrosion to chassis rails - floor pan - outriggers - suspension components

Oil leak ()

Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush Both rear upper bushes (2.7.4)

Pass 24 Feb 2016 89,943 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2016 89,943 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded spring hanger outrigger (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

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

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

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired spring hanger (2.4.A.3)

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

Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Pass 5 Feb 2015 87,794 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Fail 23 Jan 2015 87,662 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Offside Front 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)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 1 Feb 2014 81,823 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2014 81,816 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 28 Jan 2013 75,687 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2013 75,644 miles

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

Nearside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive play (2.5.A.3b)

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 9 Dec 2011 716,340 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2010 69,312 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2010 69,312 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 30 Jul 2009 68,639 miles

pass and advise on rear prop-shaft uj ex worn

Pass 25 Jul 2008 68,082 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2008 68,082 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 18 Jul 2007 67,563 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2006 67,025 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2006 66,951 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

rear propshaft rear uj movement

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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YAV 198X is a 1982 Land Rover Series 3 in Green with a 2,400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1982 Land Rover Series 3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.8% with a typical mileage of 55,844 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 YAV 198X, 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 44 years old, this Land Rover Series 3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was YAV 198X registered?

YAV 198X is a 1982 Land Rover Series 3, first registered on 31 December 1982.

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The MOT history for YAV 198X shows 21 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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