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ExpiredMileage
133,116 miAbove average mileage for this year
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Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Mid chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid washer jet (3.5 (a))
Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis by the axle tie rod (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Rear fog lamp missing (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
Steering column universal joint has excessive wear or play (2.2.2 (c))
Suspension component mounting prescribed area fractured to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected Rear Anti-roll bar mount corroded off (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Central Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended not releasing under load (7.1.2 (d))
Fuel system component leaking under bonnet (6.1.3 (b) (i))
Nearside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
Nearside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced door step (7.1.1 (a) (i))
Nearside Rear Passenger's seat with a defective structure securing bolt loose (6.2.6 (a) (i))
Nearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
Offside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced door step (7.1.1 (a) (i))
Offside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended caught behind rear bench (7.1.2 (c))
Power steering inoperative tight and notchy, steering box over tightened (2.1.5 (c) (i))
Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop arm track rod end (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play steering box drop arm track rod end (2.1.3 (b) (i))
Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected chassis leg (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Offside Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded and functionality of the braking system is affected balk head and inner arch (x2) (1.1.21 (e) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Hazard tell-tale not working
Hydraulic leak, but not excessive steering box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Rear cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Nearside Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded bulk head (1.1.21 (e) (i))
Nearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding brake caliper siezed (1.2.1 (f))
Offside Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Bulk head (1.1.21 (e) (i))
Offside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced door pillar (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Offside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Mid chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
Oil leak, but not excessive oil filter weaping (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underside of vechile becoming quite rusty including out riggers (6.1.1 (c) (i))
engine oil leaks
numerous other areas of chassis rusting, and rusted through in some areas
Nearside Rear Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
Offside Rear Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
Power steering component leaking bottom of box (2.1.5 (a))
Shock absorbers insecurely attached off side rear shock top nut only just on thread (5.3.2 (a) (i))
Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outside of off side chassis rail next to rear arm front mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
engine oil leaks
numerous other areas of chassis rusting, and rusted through in some areas
all four tyres quite badly perishing in places in tread areas
numerous areas of chassis, and near side front outrigger , and bulkhead rusted through
Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
Oil leaking excessively from engine dripping on ground when engine running (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle near side low (1.2.1 (b) (i))
Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded near side front lower crossmember area next to steering shock mount (2.1.2 (e) (i))
Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outside of off side front chassis rail next to steering mount (2.1.2 (e) (i))
all four tyres quite badly perishing in places in tread areas
numerous areas of chassis, and near side front outrigger , and bulkhead rusted through
all four tyres perishing in tread areas
several areas of chassis / underbody quite badly rusting or previously repaired
Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect lamp deteriorated (4.1.2 (c))
Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn near side rear lower arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
all four tyres perishing in tread areas
several areas of chassis / underbody quite badly rusting or previously repaired
numerous areas of underbody / chassis rusting
oil leaks
Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced off side and near side mid chassis outrigger box section areas (7.1.1 (a) (i))
Steering box has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.3 (a) (i))
oil leaks
numerous areas of underbody / chassis rusting
Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded cross member (5.2.6)
Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis (2.4.A.3)
Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded cross member (5.2.6)
Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded rear floor (5.2.6)
Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis (2.4.A.3)
Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
Nearside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)
Offside Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
Offside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)
Nearside Front Direction indicator missing (1.4.A.2b)
Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)
Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)
Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Offside Front position lamp(s) missing (1.1.A.3a)
Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
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A75 SBM is a 1984 Land Rover Defender in Red with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
Across all 1984 Land Rover Defender models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.4% with a typical mileage of 119,280 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 A75 SBM, 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 42 years old, this Land Rover Defender is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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A75 SBM is a 1984 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 20 April 1984.
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