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A942 GLP

1983 Land Rover Defender

Green Diesel 2286cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2024
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

142,396 mi
Last recorded142,396 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2023
Typical for 1983 Land Rover Defender109,986 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA942 GLP
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year1983
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,286cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2023 142,396 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Body mounting fixing insecure, but overall security not significantly reduced (6.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 16 Nov 2022 139,705 miles

Body mounting fixing insecure, but overall security not significantly reduced centre body cross member corroded (6.2.2 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Nov 2021 138,689 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2020 137,018 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

oil leck

Pass 14 Nov 2019 134,196 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Nov 2018 132,356 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2017 130,426 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2016 127,842 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2015 125,976 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2014 123,401 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2013 119,852 miles

o/s/f swivel has slight oil leak

Pass 20 Nov 2012 116,039 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2011 112,700 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2011 112,700 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 6 Jan 2010 101,877 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2009 93,645 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 9 Jan 2008 87,455 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2007 86,239 miles

Drivers seat belt webbing damaged.

Rear axle brake pipes corroding.

Slight play in rear suspension A frame ball joint.

Slight play in steering drop arm ball joint.

Fail 17 Jan 2007 86,239 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.3)

Offside Rear passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.3)

Rear passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.3)

Brake servo leaking (3.6.C.1c) DANGEROUS

Drivers seat belt webbing damaged.

Rear axle brake pipes corroding.

Slight play in drop arm ball joint.

Slight play in rear suspension A frame ball joint.

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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A942 GLP is a 1983 Land Rover Defender in Green with a 2,286cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 1983 Land Rover Defender models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.8% with a typical mileage of 109,986 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 A942 GLP, 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 43 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 A942 GLP registered?

A942 GLP is a 1983 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 28 September 1983.

Is A942 GLP safe to buy?

The MOT history for A942 GLP shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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