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A18 GDT

1996 Land Rover Defender

Green Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Tests0 (0 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

Typical for 1996 Land Rover Defender122,435 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA18 GDT
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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How Reliable is the Land Rover Defender?

Based on 2,960,045 MOT tests across 181,953 vehicles.

72.3%
Pass Rate
3,550
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
181,953
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush 77,499
Brake pipe excessively corroded 77,229
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 57,749
position lamp(s) not working 53,914
Stop lamp not working 52,341
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A18 GDT is a 1996 Land Rover Defender in Green with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 0 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 0%.

Across all 1996 Land Rover Defender models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.0% with a typical mileage of 122,435 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 Defender fails its MOT is shock absorber has an excessively worn bush, accounting for 77,499 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A18 GDT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Land Rover Defender typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 30 years old, this Land Rover Defender is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was A18 GDT registered?

A18 GDT is a 1996 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 15 March 1996.

Is A18 GDT safe to buy?

The MOT history for A18 GDT shows 0 tests with a 0% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A18 GDT have outstanding finance?

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