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C182 AWW

1985 Land Rover Defender

Red Diesel 2800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Oct 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

96,757 mi
Last recorded96,757 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2025
Typical for 1985 Land Rover Defender122,807 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC182 AWW
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,800cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2025 96,757 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2023 96,496 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2022 96,434 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2021 96,288 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2013 201,406 miles

front indicator lenses fading

front number plate deteriorating

several other areas of chassis rusting and / or previously repaired

Fail 14 Feb 2013 201,402 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Nearside Rear Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)

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

Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Power steering malfunctioning (2.3.3a)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

front indicator lenses fading

front number plate deteriorating

several other areas of chassis rusting and / or previously repaired

Pass 7 Feb 2012 201,402 miles

near side seat belt deteriorating

rear position lamp lenses fading

several areas of floor / chassis rusting or previously repaired

Fail 6 Feb 2012 201,402 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Lower Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

Offside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Power steering pump leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

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

different size tyres front and rear

front tyres sidewalls badly perishing

near side seat belt deteriorating

rear position lamp lenses fading

rear tyres sidewalls badly deteriorating

several areas of floor / chassis rusting or previously repaired

Pass 7 Feb 2011 201,402 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2011 201,402 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Offside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Parking brake lever, pawl mechanism pivots or their associated mountings are insecure (3.1.4b)

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 19 Jan 2009 195,757 miles

front number plate deteriorating

near side rear lower suspension arm rear bush worn

off side front suspension turret rusting

slight play in off side and near side rear track rod ends

Pass 8 Feb 2008 189,602 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2007 171,407 miles

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

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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C182 AWW is a 1985 Land Rover Defender in Red with a 2,800cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 C182 AWW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C182 AWW registered?

C182 AWW is a 1985 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 1 December 1985.

Is C182 AWW safe to buy?

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