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B796 NSO

1985 Land Rover Defender

Green Petrol 2286cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2022
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

134,964 mi
Last recorded134,964 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2021
Typical for 1985 Land Rover Defender122,807 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB796 NSO
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year1985
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,286cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2021 134,964 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

o/s/f oil leak

Fail 30 Jun 2021 134,867 miles

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

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

Nearside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

VERY CORRODED

o/s/f oil leak

Pass 20 Jul 2020 133,181 miles

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

VERY CORRODED

both prop shafts worn

o/s/f tyre worn on inside

Pass 14 Jun 2019 132,936 miles

very corroded

Fail 24 Apr 2019 132,757 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring mounting corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring mounting corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.1.2 (e) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

VERY CORRODED

Pass 18 Apr 2018 132,392 miles

very corroded

Pass 6 Mar 2017 131,498 miles

Oil leak ()

VERY CORRODED

Fail 1 Mar 2017 131,426 miles

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is severely distorted (2.4.A.3)

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

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Oil leak ()

VERY CORRODED

Pass 16 Mar 2016 130,151 miles

all 4 tyres low and cracking

exhaust blow

very corroded

Pass 11 Mar 2015 128,556 miles

all 4 tyres cracking

very corroded

Fail 9 Mar 2015 128,546 miles

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

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

Nearside Stop lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

all 4 tyres cracking

very corroded

Pass 13 Mar 2014 127,798 miles

Front tyres 2-3mm on edges

GENERAL CHASSIS CORROSSION

N/S/R BOSY MOUNTING VERY DETERIORATED

Rear bump stops deteriorated

Fail 10 Mar 2014 127,755 miles

Nearside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive play (2.5.A.3b)

Offside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive play (2.5.A.3b)

Offside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.2.C.1h)

Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Front tyres 2-3mm on edges

GENERAL CHASSIS CORROSSION

N/S/R BOSY MOUNTING VERY DETERIORATED

Rear bump stops deteriorated

Pass 7 Mar 2013 126,726 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2012 125,520 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2012 125,579 miles

Axle swivel joint has excessive movement between a swivel joint and its housing (2.5.A.1b)

Front Tie bar/rod worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 6 Dec 2010 125,238 miles

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

Fail 3 Dec 2010 125,231 miles

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

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Seat belt insecurely fixed to the seat (5.2.1a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

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

Offside Seat belt insecurely fixed to the seat (5.2.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

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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B796 NSO is a 1985 Land Rover Defender in Green with a 2,286cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

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 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 B796 NSO, 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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B796 NSO is a 1985 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 17 April 1985.

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