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YCU 806T

1989 Land Rover Series 3

Green Petrol 2286cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2014
Tests10 (5 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

32,793 mi
Last recorded32,793 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2013
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYCU 806T
MakeLand Rover
ModelSeries 3
Year1989
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,286cc

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MOT History

5 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2013 32,793 miles

park brake effort only just passed (16%)

Fail 28 Aug 2013 32,793 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Steering wheel weakened by fractures (2.1.1)

Pass 20 Aug 2011 32,768 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

alternator insecure

battery insecure

exhaust loose at manifold to down pipe joint

n/s/f and o/s/f doors hard to close

overflow pipe broken off radiator

play in both rear lower shock bushes

Fail 18 Aug 2011 32,786 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Nearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

alternator insecure

battery insecure

exhaust loose at manifold to down pipe joint

n/s/f and o/s/f doors hard to close

overflow pipe broken off radiator

play in both rear lower shock bushes

Pass 11 May 2010 32,786 miles

Coolant leak

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

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

coolant leak from heater matrix

oil leak from parking brake drum

steering box arm hitting on inner wing

Fail 28 Apr 2010 32,786 miles

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

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Front Body insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b)

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Battery insecure

Coolant leak

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

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

coolant leak from heater matrix

o/s sill checker plate loose

oil leak from parking brake drum

steering box arm hitting on inner wing

Pass 7 May 2009 32,739 miles
Fail 1 May 2009 32,719 miles

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

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Fail 7 Apr 2009 32,708 miles

Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Front Brake valve insecurely mounted (3.6.A.2a)

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

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

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Position lamp switch faulty (1.1.A.1)

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

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Seat belt stitching incomplete (5.2.2b) DANGEROUS

Parking brake lever has excessive side play in the pivot and may disengage (3.1.4a) DANGEROUS

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 7 Aug 2006 32,549 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

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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YCU 806T is a 1989 Land Rover Series 3 in Green with a 2,286cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 YCU 806T, 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 37 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 YCU 806T registered?

YCU 806T is a 1989 Land Rover Series 3, first registered on 4 January 1989.

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