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B901 XHT

1985 Land Rover Defender

Green Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2025
Tests27 (15 pass, 12 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

259,828 mi
Last recorded259,828 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2024
Typical for 1985 Land Rover Defender122,807 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB901 XHT
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year1985
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

15 pass 12 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2024 259,828 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2024 259,828 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Nearside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded CHASSIS CORRODED (STEERING DAMPER MOUNT) (2.1.2 (e) (i))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements INCORRECT PLACE (0.1 (d))

Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch ALL FOUR ()

Fail 3 Apr 2024 259,820 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Driver's seat with a defective structure (6.2.5 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Offside Front Driver's seat with a defective structure (6.2.5 (a) (i))

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

Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch all four ()

Pass 15 Jul 2020 259,724 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2019 259,250 miles

Power steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch all four ()

rear exhaust bolt missing

Fail 2 Jul 2019 259,250 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

Power steering malfunctioning JUDDER (2.1.5 (a))

Power steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch all four ()

rear exhaust bolt missing

Pass 12 Jul 2018 258,604 miles

Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch all 4 ()

gearbox oil leak

nearside floor corroded

Fail 3 Jul 2018 258,604 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Power steering pipe/hose leaking pipe to pump (2.1.5 (a))

Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch all 4 ()

front prop shaft joint excessive play

gearbox oil leak

nearside and offside front swivel hubs leaking oil

nearside floor corroded

Pass 4 Jul 2017 258,140 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2017 258,114 miles

Nearside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded crossmember (2.2.C.1h)

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

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

Nearside Front floor corroded

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear outrigger corroded

front prop shaft worn

Pass 30 Jun 2016 257,909 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2016 257,909 miles

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 25 Apr 2015 256,479 miles

Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch

Pass 10 May 2014 255,563 miles
Fail 8 May 2014 255,636 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 May 2013 251,217 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 18 Feb 2011 250,183 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2010 245,983 miles

Oil leak

Fail 19 Feb 2010 245,974 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 11 Mar 2009 242,453 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2009 242,404 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Lower Steering column universal joint has excessive play (2.1.5)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

nearside front hub seal leaking

Pass 13 Mar 2008 238,623 miles

Oil leak

both front and n/s/r hub seals leaking

various old weld and corrosion

Fail 6 Mar 2008 238,607 miles

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

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

Nearside Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

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

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

Offside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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

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

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

Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Oil leak

both front and n/s/r hub seals leaking

various old weld and corrosion

Pass 7 Mar 2007 229,376 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2007 229,288 miles

Nearside Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 7 Mar 2006 215,654 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2006 215,654 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Nearside Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Position lamp switch insecure (1.1.A.1)

lower steering column universal joint has slight wear/play

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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B901 XHT is a 1985 Land Rover Defender in Green with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 B901 XHT, 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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B901 XHT is a 1985 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 1 April 1985.

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