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MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Land Rover Series 3. Check any Series 3 by registration number below.

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78.5%

Avg Pass Rate

-8.9%

vs Land Rover Avg

5

Year Ranges

Good

Reliability

Land Rover Series 3 — MOT Reliability Overview

The Land Rover Series 3 has an average MOT pass rate of 78.5%, which is 8.9 percentage points below the Land Rover brand average of 87.4%. This is a reasonable result that reflects typical UK reliability standards. Regular servicing and addressing advisories promptly will help keep your Series 3 on the road.

Before buying a used Land Rover Series 3, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Land Rover Series 3 performs at MOT across different model years.

1984

Based on 110 vehicles

80.9%Good
Land Rover average: 87.4%
Dangerous Defects

3.7%

Retest Rate

9.9%

1983

Based on 116 vehicles

59.5%Below Average
Land Rover average: 87.4%
Dangerous Defects

5.5%

Retest Rate

37.0%

1982

Based on 39 vehicles

84.6%Good
Land Rover average: 87.4%
Dangerous Defects

8.0%

Retest Rate

12.0%

1972

Based on 38 vehicles

86.8%Excellent
Land Rover average: 87.4%
Retest Rate

10.5%

0

Based on 197 vehicles

80.7%Good
Land Rover average: 87.4%
Mileage at 5yr

49k mi

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Front Offside

2.7%

Front Offside Outer

1.8%

Front Nearside

1.8%

Other Land Rover Models

Compare MOT reliability across Land Rover models.

Land Rover Defender

81.3% pass rate

Land Rover R Rover Westmnstr Blck P400e A

91.7% pass rate

Land Rover R Rover Velar R-dyn Hse Mhev A

90.3% pass rate

Land Rover Discovery Hse Sd6 Auto

92.2% pass rate

Land Rover Range Rover

92.3% pass rate

Land Rover Range Rover Evoque R-dyn D A

87.5% pass rate

Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for Land Rover Series 3

Land Rover Series 3 — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Land Rover Series 3 MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Land Rover Series 3?
The average MOT pass rate for the Land Rover Series 3 is 78.5% compared to the Land Rover average of 87.4%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.
What are the most common MOT failures on a Land Rover Series 3?
Check the detailed breakdown on this page for specific failure data by year range.
Is the Land Rover Series 3 reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 78.5%, the Land Rover Series 3 is rated as "Good" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.
How do I check the MOT history of a Land Rover Series 3?
Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.
What mileage should I expect on a Land Rover Series 3?
Typical mileage for the Land Rover Series 3: 48,880 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Series 3 to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

Check Your Land Rover Series 3's MOT History

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