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DGS 815X

1982 Land Rover Series 3

Green Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2020
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

26,169 mi
Last recorded26,169 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2019
Typical for 1982 Land Rover Series 355,844 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDGS 815X
MakeLand Rover
ModelSeries 3
Year1982
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2019 26,169 miles

small oil leak from front axle

small oil leak from rear axle

Pass 19 Mar 2018 26,118 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2015 75,578 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2011 25,293 miles

front exhaust downpipe seeping

start of corrosion on the front and rear floors and chassis rails

Pass 12 Apr 2010 24,533 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2009 23,623 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

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

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 25 Apr 2008 22,849 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2008 22,830 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 27 Apr 2007 22,255 miles

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

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

hand brake requirements only just met

Pass 30 Jan 2006 20,190 miles

Front prop shaft sliding gaiter split.

O/side rear hub seal appears to have a leak.

O/side screen washer poor.

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

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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DGS 815X is a 1982 Land Rover Series 3 in Green with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 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 DGS 815X, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DGS 815X registered?

DGS 815X is a 1982 Land Rover Series 3, first registered on 31 December 1982.

Is DGS 815X safe to buy?

The MOT history for DGS 815X shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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