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SWF 626Y

1982 Land Rover Series 3

Cream Petrol 2286cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2022
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

74,364 mi
Last recorded74,364 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2021
Typical for 1982 Land Rover Series 355,844 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSWF 626Y
MakeLand Rover
ModelSeries 3
Year1982
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,286cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2021 74,364 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2020 72,651 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2019 71,492 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2018 67,918 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2017 67,403 miles

Offside Rear fluid around hub

Fail 3 Feb 2017 67,393 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Offside Rear fluid around hub

Pass 1 Feb 2016 65,504 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 1 Feb 2016 65,504 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 31 Jan 2015 60,192 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 1 Feb 2014 58,379 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 4 Feb 2013 57,491 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

floor stiffener plates corroaded

Pass 4 Feb 2012 56,507 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2011 55,809 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2010 54,633 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2009 53,161 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2008 51,783 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2007 50,329 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2006 48,558 miles

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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SWF 626Y is a 1982 Land Rover Series 3 in Cream with a 2,286cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 SWF 626Y, 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

How do I check the history of SWF 626Y?

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What year was SWF 626Y registered?

SWF 626Y is a 1982 Land Rover Series 3, first registered on 1 September 1982.

Is SWF 626Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for SWF 626Y shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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