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C474 UNV

1985 Land Rover Defender

Blue Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Dec 2026
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

136,707 mi
Last recorded136,707 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2025
Typical for 1985 Land Rover Defender122,807 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC474 UNV
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2025 136,707 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2024 136,504 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2023 136,369 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2022 136,206 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear towards the rear corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 14 Dec 2022 136,188 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear towards the rear corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 16 Dec 2021 136,045 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear at the rear slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))

Pass 14 Dec 2020 135,371 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2019 133,785 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2018 132,229 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2017 130,831 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2016 128,921 miles

Offside Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (3.6.C.3)

Pass 18 Dec 2015 126,251 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2014 124,339 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2013 122,591 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2012 120,387 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2011 118,333 miles

Nearside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

Pass 20 Dec 2010 116,659 miles

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

Nearside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

Pass 14 Dec 2009 114,808 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2008 112,237 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2007 109,521 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2006 106,972 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2005 100,702 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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C474 UNV is a 1985 Land Rover Defender in Blue with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 C474 UNV, 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 C474 UNV?

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What year was C474 UNV registered?

C474 UNV is a 1985 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is C474 UNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for C474 UNV shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does C474 UNV have outstanding finance?

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