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KWJ 313K

1971 Land Rover SERIES3

White Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2017
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

51,938 mi
Last recorded51,938 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2016
Typical for 1971 Land Rover SERIES379,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKWJ 313K
MakeLand Rover
ModelSERIES3
Year1971
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc
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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2016 51,938 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2015 51,039 miles

1>seepage of oil under the vehicle2>surface rust on some componants under the vehicle3>service brake needs some adjustments or repairs 56%

Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

black seal coating under the vehicle

brake drum worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 4 Apr 2015 51,018 miles

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

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

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

Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

black seal coating under the vehicle

brake drum worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

seepage of oil under the vehicle 32>surface rust on some componants

Fail 2 Nov 2013 49,208 miles

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

both rear shocks damp

Pass 2 Nov 2013 49,208 miles

both rear shocks damp

Pass 6 Oct 2012 46,467 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 8 Oct 2011 44,471 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2010 40,298 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2009 36,701 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2008 32,716 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2008 32,716 miles

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

Pass 9 Oct 2007 28,582 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2007 28,581 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 14 Oct 2006 24,517 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2006 24,408 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside front brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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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KWJ 313K is a 1971 Land Rover SERIES3 in White with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1971 Land Rover SERIES3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 79,042 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 SERIES3 fails its MOT is suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 95 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KWJ 313K, 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 55 years old, this Land Rover SERIES3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was KWJ 313K registered?

KWJ 313K is a 1971 Land Rover SERIES3, first registered on 1 August 1971.

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