MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
160,707 miAbove average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened X2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened X2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Front Prop shaft bearing likely to break up (6.1.7 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Offside Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing X2 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
vehicle has signs of corrosion. vehicle needs cleaning off and a treatment applied to prevent further corrosion
Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.5 (b) (i))
Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
vehicle has signs of corrosion. vehicle needs cleaning off and a treatment applied to prevent further corrosion
Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
oil leak
Offside Rear Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))
Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush both sides (5.3.2 (c))
Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
Offside Front Steering box drop arm likely to become detached (2.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Power steering pipe/hose damaged such that the steering is adversely affected (2.1.5 (g) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
oil leak
Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch all ()
Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
slight oil leak on off side rear hub
Hazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
slight leak both front swivel joint hub seals
Nearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
Offside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
Offside Rear Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))
Rear Upper Shock absorbers insecurely attached both sides x/s wear in mounting bushes (5.3.2 (a) (i))
Driver's seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Hazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
slight leak both front swivel joint hub seals
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)
Exhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.A.2a)
Nearside Front Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)
Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
Steering wheel locking device insecure (2.1.6)
How Reliable is the Land Rover Defender?
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Top MOT Failure Points
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C318 WFA is a 1986 Land Rover Defender in Orange with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.
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 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 C318 WFA, 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.
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What year was C318 WFA registered?
C318 WFA is a 1986 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 18 March 1986.
Is C318 WFA safe to buy?
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