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C371 CTR

1985 Land Rover Defender

Green Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2024
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

49,942 mi
Last recorded49,942 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2023
Typical for 1985 Land Rover Defender122,807 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC371 CTR
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year1985
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2023 49,942 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2022 49,896 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2022 49,823 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Shockabsorber cone mount rusted & Holed (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Shockabsorber cone mount rusted & Holed (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Floor rusted & Holed

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 10 Feb 2021 49,463 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Side walls cracking, also cut in tread pattern (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Transmission oil leaks (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Feb 2020 49,160 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2019 48,533 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 20 Dec 2017 48,018 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 20 Dec 2017 48,018 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 3 Aug 2016 47,624 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak ()

Upper Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)

Upper Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

foot brake has little reserve movement but not to floor

Fail 3 Aug 2016 47,624 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Oil leak ()

Upper Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)

Upper Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

foot brake has little reserve movement but not to floor

Pass 11 Aug 2015 47,254 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 46,238 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 44,893 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 43,700 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 43,056 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

slightly long brake pedal travel

Pass 13 Jul 2010 41,295 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2010 41,285 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Axle swivel joint has slight movement between a swivel joint and its housing (2.5.A.1b)

Offside Front Axle swivel joint has slight movement between a swivel joint and its housing (2.5.A.1b)

Pass 9 Aug 2006 40,791 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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C371 CTR is a 1985 Land Rover Defender in Green with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 C371 CTR, 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.

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What year was C371 CTR registered?

C371 CTR is a 1985 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is C371 CTR safe to buy?

The MOT history for C371 CTR shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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