MOT Status
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41,505 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn Both front weeping oil (5.1.2 (b) (i))
General underbody / component corrosion
Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Oil leak, but not excessive leaks from engine / gearbox areas (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test ()
all general chassis and component corrosion
oil leaks from engine, transmission and front swivel joints
Brake performance unable to be tested due to bind on o/s/f brake drum, also n/s/r was binding then freed off after revolution, advise investigation of all drum brakes including park brake drum (1.2.1 (g))
Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
Nearside Front Seat belt webbing significantly weakened (7.1.2 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS
Oil leak, but not excessive engine, gearbox and front swivel joints (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test ()
all general chassis and component corrosion
Fluid leak, but not excessive leaks from front swivel joints, both sides (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both sides, reduced output (4.1.4 (b))
Oil leak, but not excessive engine and transmission oil leaks (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
all general chassis and component corrosion
Fluid leak, but not excessive engine and gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
all general chassis and component corrosion
both front swivel joints slight leaks
Brake performance not tested rear brakes have serious bind,may cause damage! (1.2.1 (g))
Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis/spring hanger mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting chassis outrigger x3 (6.2.2 (d) (i))
Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis/shock absorber mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis/spring hanger mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Fluid leak, but not excessive engine and gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
all general chassis and component corrosion
both front swivel joints slight leaks
Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Offside Rear brake binding slightly
Oil leak, but not excessive engine and transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test ()
all general chassis and component corrosion
All underside body, chassis and component corrosion
Oil leak, but not excessive engine sump (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox, rear axle and front axle swivel joints (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis above axle (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Nearside Front Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system corroded (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS
All underside body, chassis and component corrosion
Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Oil leak, but not excessive engine sump (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox, rear axle and front axle swivel joints (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test ()
all general body,chassis and component corrosion
both front swivel joints leaking
Oil leaking excessively from transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Rear fog lamp tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test ()
all general body,chassis and component corrosion
both front swivel joints leaking
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
all general chassis/component corrosion
both front swivel joints leaking
Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
Rear fog lamp tell-tale missing (4.9.1 (a) (ii))
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
all general chassis/component corrosion
both front swivel joints leaking
Front both swivel joints leaking
Oil leak ()
Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test ()
all general component and chassis corrosion
Oil leak ()
all general chassis and component corrosion
Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis (2.4.A.3)
Oil leak ()
all general chassis and component corrosion
all general corrosion
exhaust system deteriorated (tailbox baffles)
no towball fitted at time of test
oil leaks
Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)
Rear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)
all general corrosion
exhaust system deteriorated (tailbox baffles)
no towball fitted at time of test
oil leaks
Oil leak
light corrosion
Offside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Oil leak
light corrosion
Heavy chassis corrosion
Near side rear bump stop missing
Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)
Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
Exhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.A.2a)
Fuel tank insecure (7.2.1)
Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Near side rear bump stop missing
Heavy chassis corrosion
all general corrosion
Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Offside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
Service brake is causing the vehicle to swerve to the nearside (3.7.C.2)
Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)
all general corrosion
Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
all general corrosion
engine and gearbox oil leaks
offside rear shock dust cover corroded
Front Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)
General corrosion
Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
Nearside rear bump stop missing
Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)
Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
Offside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
Front Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)
General corrosion
Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
Nearside rear bump stop missing
Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
Alternator noisey
Nearside Front Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)
Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
Offside Front Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)
Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
Offside Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)
Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)
Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
Nearside Front Leaf spring has excessive wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)
Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
Offside Front Leaf spring has excessive wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)
Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
Offside Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)
Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
Nearside Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
How Reliable is the Land Rover Series 3?
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LWS 505Y is a 1982 Land Rover Series 3 in White with a 2,495cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 34 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.8%.
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 LWS 505Y, 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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LWS 505Y is a 1982 Land Rover Series 3, first registered on 5 August 1982.
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