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C248 HCS

1985 Land Rover Defender

Blue Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

141,724 mi
Last recorded141,724 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2017
Typical for 1985 Land Rover Defender122,807 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC248 HCS
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2017 141,724 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

nearside spot lamp not working

play in rear propshaft rear UJ

reverse light not working

Pass 6 Aug 2015 135,251 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 25 Jul 2014 132,544 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2013 130,026 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2011 122,659 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 112,089 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2010 111,891 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Offside Front Brake pipe fouled by moving parts (3.6.B.2a)

Offside Rear Trailing arm locating pin insecure (2.4.G.3a)

Steering box has relative movement between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.2.B.1b)

Pass 10 Apr 2009 169,472 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2007 167,157 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2007 167,154 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Steering box has relative movement between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.2.B.1b)

Pass 29 Nov 2006 160,172 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2006 160,724 miles

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

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

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Coil spring mounting damaged but not seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 12 Nov 2005 156,037 miles

Offside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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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C248 HCS is a 1985 Land Rover Defender in Blue with a 2,495cc 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 C248 HCS, 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 C248 HCS registered?

C248 HCS is a 1985 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 13 November 1985.

Is C248 HCS safe to buy?

The MOT history for C248 HCS shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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