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C34 VJT

1985 Land Rover Defender

Red Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

201,607 mi
Last recorded201,607 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2025
Typical for 1985 Land Rover Defender122,807 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC34 VJT
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2025 201,607 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2024 201,158 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2023 200,390 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2023 200,390 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 17 Jun 2022 199,470 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2021 198,720 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2020 198,572 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2019 198,568 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2018 198,562 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2018 198,562 miles

Nearside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 27 Jun 2017 198,552 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2017 198,552 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Pass 30 Jun 2016 197,310 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2015 192,431 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 188,311 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2013 183,030 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 177,580 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 171,125 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2010 165,396 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2009 158,690 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2008 152,285 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2008 152,285 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 Jun 2007 145,702 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2006 138,505 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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C34 VJT is a 1985 Land Rover Defender in Red with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 C34 VJT, 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 C34 VJT registered?

C34 VJT is a 1985 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 1 August 1985.

Is C34 VJT safe to buy?

The MOT history for C34 VJT shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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