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C403 HFR

1985 Land Rover Defender

Blue Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Mar 2027
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

162,789 mi
Last recorded162,789 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 1985 Land Rover Defender122,807 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC403 HFR
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 27 Mar 2026 162,789 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 157,731 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2010 153,844 miles

nearside rear cracking

slight oil leak from steering box

Pass 27 Feb 2008 147,076 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2006 142,147 miles

offside wiper torn but still clearing screen

oil leak from engine compartment

rear prop shaft sliding joint worn †

slight damage to front number plate

slight play in lower steering universal joint

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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C403 HFR is a 1985 Land Rover Defender in Blue with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 C403 HFR, 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

How do I check the history of C403 HFR?

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What year was C403 HFR registered?

C403 HFR is a 1985 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 7 October 1985.

Is C403 HFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for C403 HFR shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does C403 HFR have outstanding finance?

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