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Land Rover Series III 2.25 diesel: annual safety inspection

Safety · Series III (1971–85) · 1971–1985

How often: every year. In the UK, vehicles over 40 years old can be MOT-exempt, but they still need to be roadworthy. Do this every year anyway.

Work safely: support the vehicle on axle stands, never a jack alone; let it cool first. Check figures against your workshop manual. You do this work at your own risk.

Parts

Bulbs & fuses (spares, if needed)
2 × Wiper blades (if worn)

Tools

Helper
Tyre gauge

Step by step

Lights: every light works, including brake lights, indicators, reverse light and number plate light.
Wipers and washers clear the screen. Horn works.
Seat belts latch, retract and are not frayed. Seat mounts are secure.
Exhaust: no blows and the mountings are secure.
Tyres: tread depth, cuts, bulges and age. Check the spare too.
Brakes pull up straight and the handbrake holds on a hill.

More Land Rover Series III 2.25 diesel servicing

Engine oil & filter change every 3,000 mi or 6 months
Clean oil-bath air cleaner every 6,000 mi or year
Fuel filter change & bleed every 12,000 mi or year
Drain fuel sedimenter / water trap every 6,000 mi or 6 months
Check & adjust valve clearances every 12,000 mi or year
Heater plug & starting check every 12,000 mi or year
Injector test & service every 24,000 mi or 2 yrs
Fan / auxiliary belt check every 6,000 mi or year
Coolant drain, flush & refill every 2 yrs
Grease propshafts & nipples every 3,000 mi or 6 months
Check swivel housing oil & seals every 6,000 mi or 6 months
Change swivel housing oil every 12,000 mi or year
Check gearbox, transfer & axle oil levels every 6,000 mi or 6 months
Change gearbox & transfer box oil every 12,000 mi or year
Change front & rear axle oil every 12,000 mi or year
Steering box, relay & joints check every 6,000 mi or year
Adjust drum brakes & handbrake every 6,000 mi or 6 months
Inspect brake shoes, cylinders & hoses every 12,000 mi or year
Brake & clutch fluid change every 2 yrs
Leaf springs, U-bolts & shackles every 12,000 mi or year
Wheel bearing play check every 12,000 mi or year
Chassis & bulkhead inspection, rust-proofing every year
Monthly walk-round checks every month

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