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C367 UKV

1985 Land Rover Defender

Cream Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Mar 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

95,419 mi
Last recorded95,419 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 1985 Land Rover Defender122,807 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC367 UKV
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year1985
ColourCream
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2026 95,419 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2021 95,347 miles

extensive existing repairs to vehicle understructure ok

rear indicator lenses getting discoloured

some play front swivel hubs

some play steering column top bush

Pass 22 Jun 2019 95,346 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2013 94,925 miles

power steering pipe insecure along crossmember.

Fail 29 Aug 2013 94,925 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear brake disc contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2) DANGEROUS

Steering stabilizer bar bushes worn.

Nearside Front Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

power steering pipe insecure along crossmember.

Pass 26 Apr 2012 98,001 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2011 97,844 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2010 97,550 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2009 971,450 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2008 56,326 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 4 Apr 2008 56,326 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2007 94,639 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2006 92,352 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2006 92,352 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)

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

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

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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C367 UKV is a 1985 Land Rover Defender in Cream with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 C367 UKV, 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 C367 UKV registered?

C367 UKV is a 1985 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 1 September 1985.

Is C367 UKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for C367 UKV shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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