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C38 RBV

1985 Land Rover Defender

Green Diesel 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2022
Tests25 (16 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate64%

Mileage

168,525 mi
Last recorded168,525 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2021
Typical for 1985 Land Rover Defender122,807 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC38 RBV
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year1985
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

16 pass 9 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2021 168,525 miles

underbody covered in thick black substance used C.A.T all okay

Pass 17 Aug 2020 168,311 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material chassis (1.1.11 (c))

Rear crossmenber corroded

slight play in steering box

Fail 14 Aug 2020 168,309 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material chassis (1.1.11 (c))

Rear crossmenber corroded

Pass 21 Aug 2019 16,804 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2018 167,820 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front chassis (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 24 Aug 2018 167,820 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front chassis (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 4 Sep 2017 167,470 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2017 167,470 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 23 Aug 2016 167,312 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2016 167,312 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Aug 2015 164,749 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2015 164,749 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Fail 5 Aug 2014 163,907 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 5 Aug 2014 163,907 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 136,587 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2013 163,587 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Fail 16 Aug 2012 163,147 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 16 Aug 2012 163,147 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2011 162,317 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2011 162,317 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Aug 2010 161,875 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 161,384 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2008 161,244 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2007 160,841 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2006 159,973 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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C38 RBV is a 1985 Land Rover Defender in Green with a 2,494cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64%.

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 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 C38 RBV, 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 C38 RBV registered?

C38 RBV is a 1985 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is C38 RBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for C38 RBV shows 25 tests with a 64% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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