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B713 AWL

1985 Land Rover Defender

Red Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Nov 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

111,717 mi
Last recorded111,717 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2025
Typical for 1985 Land Rover Defender122,807 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB713 AWL
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2025 111,717 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2025 111,711 miles

Central Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt on diff (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Nov 2024 110,853 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all brake discs slightly pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake fluid warning lamp functioning incorrectly does not illuminate to warn parking brake engaged (1.1.10 (g))

Front Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive various areas of leakage (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear reversing lamp not working

Rear tailgate corroded, heavy spare wheel mounted to tailgate

Steering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Windscreen seriously discoloured but not adversely affecting driver's view all interior glass/mirrors require cleaning (3.2 (a) (i))

battery box under nearside front seat is corroded and holed, battery is secure at present

fuel tank covered in tape/sealer, full inspection not possible

Fail 11 Nov 2024 110,853 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing rubber seal missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all brake discs slightly pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake fluid warning lamp functioning incorrectly does not illuminate to warn parking brake engaged (1.1.10 (g))

Front Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive various areas of leakage (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear reversing lamp not working

Rear tailgate corroded, heavy spare wheel mounted to tailgate

Steering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Windscreen seriously discoloured but not adversely affecting driver's view all interior glass/mirrors require cleaning (3.2 (a) (i))

battery box under nearside front seat is corroded and holed, battery is secure at present

fuel tank covered in tape/sealer, full inspection not possible

Pass 13 Oct 2023 109,551 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2022 108,133 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2022 108,130 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Dec 2021 107,222 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2019 106,802 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2018 106,410 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2017 106,085 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2016 105,157 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 4 Nov 2015 104,138 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2014 102,941 miles

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

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

oil seepage from power steering box and n/s and o/s front swivel joints

Pass 11 Nov 2013 100,734 miles

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

Pass 5 Nov 2012 98,948 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 96,318 miles
Fail 13 May 2011 96,318 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

O/s/f tyre outer wall has some damage.

Slight movement in steering box arm ball joint.

Pass 18 May 2010 94,953 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2005 331 miles

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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B713 AWL is a 1985 Land Rover Defender in Red with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1985 Land Rover Defender models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.3% with a typical mileage of 122,807 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 B713 AWL, 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 41 years old, this Land Rover Defender is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B713 AWL registered?

B713 AWL is a 1985 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 14 June 1985.

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