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A9 FKU

1995 Land Rover Defender

Green Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2023
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

61,636 mi
Last recorded61,636 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2022
Typical for 1995 Land Rover Defender117,469 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA9 FKU
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year1995
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2022 61,636 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2021 61,180 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2013 58,400 miles

Oil leak

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Pass 13 Nov 2012 54,517 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

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

Oil leak

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

occasional rear seats seat belts incomplete

Fail 13 Nov 2012 54,517 miles

Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

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

Oil leak

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

occasional rear seats seat belts incomplete

Pass 9 Nov 2011 48,464 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

front brake discs slight corroded

power steering slight leek

Pass 8 Nov 2010 40,260 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2009 30,994 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2008 22,427 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2008 22,427 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a) DANGEROUS

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 14 Nov 2007 15,243 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2006 8,838 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

log book (V5) incorrect its not a TD5

oil leak on or near front diff

smoke reading high

Pass 13 Nov 2006 8,838 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

log book (V5) incorrect its not a TD5

oil leak on or near front diff

smoke reading high

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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A9 FKU is a 1995 Land Rover Defender in Green with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1995 Land Rover Defender models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.6% with a typical mileage of 117,469 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 A9 FKU, 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 31 years old, this Land Rover Defender is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was A9 FKU registered?

A9 FKU is a 1995 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 31 December 1995.

Is A9 FKU safe to buy?

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