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A917 KDF

1984 Land Rover Defender

Green Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2025
Tests26 (17 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate65.4%

Mileage

42,298 mi
Last recorded42,298 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2024
Typical for 1984 Land Rover Defender119,280 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA917 KDF
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year1984
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

17 pass 9 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2024 42,298 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement panard rod bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Nov 2023 33,851 miles

Front Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement panhard rod (5.3.4 (a) (i))

steering damper lower bush slight play

Fail 23 Nov 2023 33,851 miles

Front Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement panhard rod (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

steering damper lower bush slight play

Pass 22 Aug 2022 31,425 miles

Battery box showing signs of corrosion

Nearside Front Passenger Footwell Showing Sign of Corrosion

Offside Front Hub swivel housing seal slightly leaking

Oil leak, but not excessive Around General Areas of Engine, Gearbox, T-Box and Rear Diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Drop Arm Ball Joint (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Vehicle running on LPG at time of Test

Fail 12 Aug 2022 31,337 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Next to previous repair (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Integral body structure inadequately repaired such that structural rigidity is significantly reduced Body mounting point (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Battery box showing signs of corrosion

Nearside Front Passenger Footwell Showing Sign of Corrosion

Offside Front Hub swivel housing seal slightly leaking

Oil leak, but not excessive Around General Areas of Engine, Gearbox, T-Box and Rear Diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Drop Arm Ball Joint (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Vehicle running on LPG at time of Test

Pass 26 Aug 2021 31,190 miles

Nearside Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed Corroded within general area (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Footwell has corrosion

Nearside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Next to exhaust (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Footwell has corrosion

Offside Front Hub swivel housing seal slightly leaking

Offside Front passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed Corroded within general area (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Around general underside of vehicle (Engine Sump, Gearbox, T-Box) (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Bumper show signs of corrosion on outer grab handles (Inner)

Fail 23 Feb 2021 31,179 miles

Central Rear Prop shaft securing bolt loose (6.1.7 (a) (i))

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Steering column universal joint has excessive wear or play (2.2.2 (c))

Offside Front Lower Track rod end ball joint has excessive play Drop arm ball joint (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Stop lamp(s) not working both (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Trailer electrical socket insecure (4.10 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 Dec 2018 28,250 miles

Offside Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn panhard rod (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Steering linkage ball joint has slight play drop arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 18 Dec 2018 28,239 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Towbar excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting rear cross member (6.1.6 (i) (i))

Offside Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn panhard rod (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Steering linkage ball joint has slight play drop arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Dec 2017 25,599 miles

Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion cross member (6.1.B.2)

Fail 29 Jul 2017 25,300 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

Pass 8 Sep 2016 20,398 miles

osr4mm osf4mm nsr5mm nsf4mm

Pass 14 Aug 2015 15,497 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2014 11,100 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight damage (6.1.A.1)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight damage (6.1.A.1)

Oil leak

Pass 6 Sep 2013 5,701 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 131 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2011 112,550 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 106,721 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2009 103,513 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

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

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

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

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

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

THE HOLE OF THE CHASSIS IS CORRODED, REAR OFF SIDE WHEEL IS WET WITH OIL,STEERING BOX IS WET,

Pass 5 Sep 2009 103,513 miles

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

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

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

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

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

THE HOLE OF THE CHASSIS IS CORRODED, REAR OFF SIDE WHEEL IS WET WITH OIL,STEERING BOX IS WET,

Pass 8 Sep 2008 98,736 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2008 98,736 miles

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball pin shank loose (2.2.B.1c)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 25 Aug 2007 92,963 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2007 92,826 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod attachment bracket/mounting damaged and its strength is seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

general corrosion to chassis

suspension components heavily corroded

Pass 29 Jun 2006 92,719 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2006 92,719 miles

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.B3)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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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A917 KDF is a 1984 Land Rover Defender in Green with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.4%.

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 A917 KDF, 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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A917 KDF is a 1984 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 16 May 1984.

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