MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
153,416 miAbove average mileage for this year
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
oil leaking from offside front steering sphere/boot
Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
Offside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
oil leaking from offside front steering sphere/boot
Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)
How Reliable is the Land Rover Defender?
Based on 2,960,045 MOT tests across 181,953 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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C508 AEC is a 1985 Land Rover Defender in Grey with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.
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 C508 AEC, 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 C508 AEC?
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What year was C508 AEC registered?
C508 AEC is a 1985 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 1 November 1985.
Is C508 AEC safe to buy?
The MOT history for C508 AEC shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does C508 AEC have outstanding finance?
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