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YLX 486X

1982 Land Rover SERIES3

Green Petrol 2286cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2023
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

89,018 mi
Last recorded89,018 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2022
Typical for 1982 Land Rover SERIES377,781 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYLX 486X
MakeLand Rover
ModelSERIES3
Year1982
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,286cc
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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2022 89,018 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2021 88,076 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2020 86,129 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2020 86,127 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 11 Oct 2019 84,830 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2018 82,769 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2017 80,417 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2016 78,876 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2007 74,261 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2006 73,782 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2006 73,776 miles

Nearside Rear rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

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

How Reliable is the Land Rover SERIES3?

Based on 1,342 MOT tests across 149 vehicles.

71.4%
Pass Rate
538
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
149
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 95
Stop lamp not working 85
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 53
Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush 34
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 34
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YLX 486X is a 1982 Land Rover SERIES3 in Green with a 2,286cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1982 Land Rover SERIES3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.7% with a typical mileage of 77,781 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Land Rover SERIES3 fails its MOT is suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 95 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YLX 486X, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Land Rover SERIES3 typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 44 years old, this Land Rover SERIES3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YLX 486X registered?

YLX 486X is a 1982 Land Rover SERIES3, first registered on 31 December 1982.

Is YLX 486X safe to buy?

The MOT history for YLX 486X shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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