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BIG 8983

1986 Land Rover Defender

Black Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Apr 2027
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

97,539 mi
Last recorded97,539 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 1986 Land Rover Defender124,952 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBIG 8983
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year1986
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 16 Apr 2026 97,539 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2024 97,342 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2021 97,148 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2019 96,656 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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BIG 8983 is a 1986 Land Rover Defender in Black with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1986 Land Rover Defender models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.7% with a typical mileage of 124,952 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 BIG 8983, 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 40 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 BIG 8983?

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What year was BIG 8983 registered?

BIG 8983 is a 1986 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 31 December 1986.

Is BIG 8983 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BIG 8983 shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BIG 8983 have outstanding finance?

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