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B868 OEL

1984 Land Rover Defender

Grey Petrol 3900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Dec 2022
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

60,414 mi
Last recorded60,414 miles
Recorded on24 Dec 2021
Typical for 1984 Land Rover Defender119,280 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB868 OEL
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year1984
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,900cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Dec 2021 60,414 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2020 60,414 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 7 Dec 2019 60,174 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Fail 6 Dec 2019 60,174 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Pass 24 Sep 2012 54,814 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2011 54,643 miles

Nearside Inner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Oil leak

rear cross member becoming corroded

Pass 9 Sep 2010 54,486 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2009 54,219 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2009 54,215 miles

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 29 Sep 2008 53,259 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2007 52,370 miles

Brake master cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.6.G.1f)

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer missing (7.2.4c)

Pass 26 Sep 2007 52,370 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2006 51,690 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2006 51,686 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Oil leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

residue around brake servo

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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B868 OEL is a 1984 Land Rover Defender in Grey with a 3,900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1984 Land Rover Defender models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.4% with a typical mileage of 119,280 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 B868 OEL, 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 42 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 B868 OEL?

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What year was B868 OEL registered?

B868 OEL is a 1984 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 1 August 1984.

Is B868 OEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for B868 OEL shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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