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A785 PKM

1984 Land Rover Defender

Blue Diesel 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2021
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

174,023 mi
Last recorded174,023 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2019
Typical for 1984 Land Rover Defender119,280 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA785 PKM
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year1984
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2019 174,023 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2018 171,985 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 11 Jul 2017 170,320 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 18 Jul 2016 168,148 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Pass 3 Jul 2015 165,649 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 31 Jul 2014 164,512 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

front prop bolts loose

Pass 31 Jul 2013 159,452 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2013 159,413 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 30 Jul 2012 156,831 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 31 May 2011 156,218 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 155,043 miles
Pass 27 May 2009 153,870 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2008 152,192 miles
Pass 14 May 2007 151,182 miles
Pass 9 May 2006 150,633 miles
Pass 18 May 2005 149,277 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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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A785 PKM is a 1984 Land Rover Defender in Blue with a 2,494cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 A785 PKM, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A785 PKM registered?

A785 PKM is a 1984 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 6 April 1984.

Is A785 PKM safe to buy?

The MOT history for A785 PKM shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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