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A969 LNA

1983 Land Rover Defender

White Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2007
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

161,986 mi
Last recorded161,986 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2006
Typical for 1983 Land Rover Defender109,986 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA969 LNA
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year1983
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2006 161,986 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2006 161,986 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

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

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Oct 2005 158,621 miles

Advise front number to be replaced

Advise reflective tape to be fitted on rear bike rack.

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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A969 LNA is a 1983 Land Rover Defender in White with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 A969 LNA, 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

How do I check the history of A969 LNA?

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What year was A969 LNA registered?

A969 LNA is a 1983 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 17 November 1983.

Is A969 LNA safe to buy?

The MOT history for A969 LNA shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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