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C64 HKU

1985 Land Rover Defender

White Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Feb 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

150,401 mi
Last recorded150,401 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2026
Typical for 1985 Land Rover Defender122,807 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC64 HKU
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year1985
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2026 150,401 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

Fail 19 Feb 2026 150,401 miles

Nearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

Pass 20 Feb 2025 149,817 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Feb 2024 148,827 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2023 147,452 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

general play throughout steering

Pass 25 Jan 2022 145,465 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jan 2021 143,242 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2020 141,287 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jan 2019 139,615 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2018 138,481 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2017 137,476 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2016 136,383 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2015 136,135 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2014 135,579 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2013 134,696 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2012 133,423 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Pass 17 Jan 2011 132,134 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2010 130,708 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2009 129,178 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2008 127,389 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 10 Mar 2006 125,585 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Front Steering box damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

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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C64 HKU is a 1985 Land Rover Defender in White with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 C64 HKU, 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 C64 HKU?

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What year was C64 HKU registered?

C64 HKU is a 1985 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 12 September 1985.

Is C64 HKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for C64 HKU shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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