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C415 CYD

1985 Land Rover Defender

Blue Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2019
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

144,957 mi
Last recorded144,957 miles
Recorded on18 May 2018
Typical for 1985 Land Rover Defender122,807 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC415 CYD
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 May 2018 144,957 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2016 144,275 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2015 143,520 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2014 142,955 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2014 142,951 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 8 Feb 2013 141,960 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2011 141,127 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2009 140,246 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2009 140,244 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Aug 2008 139,297 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2007 138,814 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2006 137,981 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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C415 CYD is a 1985 Land Rover Defender in Blue with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 C415 CYD, 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 C415 CYD?

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What year was C415 CYD registered?

C415 CYD is a 1985 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 1 August 1985.

Is C415 CYD safe to buy?

The MOT history for C415 CYD shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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