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C389 ADL

1986 Land Rover Unknown

Green Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Aug 2026
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

167,070 mi
Last recorded167,070 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2025
Typical for 1986 Land Rover Unknown120,778 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC389 ADL
MakeLand Rover
ModelUnknown
Year1986
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 12 Aug 2025 167,070 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Aug 2024 165,225 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Aug 2023 162,990 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 9 Aug 2022 160,975 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 11 Aug 2021 159,841 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2020 158,101 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear 'A' frame (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Aug 2019 156,993 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Jul 2018 154,030 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2017 150,952 miles

Front and rear tyres wearing low

Pass 13 Mar 2017 150,919 miles

Front and rear tyres wearing low

How Reliable is the Land Rover Unknown?

Based on 8,941 MOT tests across 2,560 vehicles.

83.4%
Pass Rate
4,412
Miles/Year
71
Year Lifespan
2,560
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 35
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 35
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C389 ADL is a 1986 Land Rover Unknown in Green with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1986 Land Rover Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.0% with a typical mileage of 120,778 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Land Rover Unknown fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 35 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C389 ADL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Land Rover Unknown typically stays on UK roads for around 71 years. At 40 years old, this Land Rover Unknown is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C389 ADL registered?

C389 ADL is a 1986 Land Rover Unknown, first registered on 31 December 1986.

Is C389 ADL safe to buy?

The MOT history for C389 ADL shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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