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C735 VUY

1986 Land Rover Defender

Green Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Feb 2026
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

275,211 mi
Last recorded275,211 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2025
Typical for 1986 Land Rover Defender124,952 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC735 VUY
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year1986
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2025 275,211 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All brake pipes undersealed (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

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

Fail 22 Jan 2025 275,159 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake prescribed area is excessively corroded and functionality of the braking system is affected Brake back plate (1.1.21 (e) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All brake pipes undersealed (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

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

Pass 10 Aug 2023 273,842 miles

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Fail 10 Aug 2023 273,842 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 22 Jul 2022 273,263 miles

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

Pass 30 Jul 2021 272,677 miles

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

Fail 30 Jul 2021 272,677 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 20 Jul 2020 272,190 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2019 271,995 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2018 271,672 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 224,096 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2016 223,740 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2016 223,740 miles

All position lamps adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Pass 10 Mar 2014 220,990 miles

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

Oil leak

Fail 10 Mar 2014 220,976 miles

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 13 Mar 2013 210,234 miles

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Oil leak

drivers seat base in poor cond

Pass 9 Mar 2012 197,564 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Offside Front Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Oil leak

steering box as slight play

Fail 8 Mar 2011 186,674 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 8 Mar 2011 186,674 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2010 175,725 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 21 Feb 2009 162,383 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2008 142,049 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2007 135,013 miles

engine covered in oil underneath the vehicle ! †02. engine breathing quite heavy excessive smoke coming out of breather pipe needs looking at !

Pass 15 Feb 2006 122,743 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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C735 VUY is a 1986 Land Rover Defender in Green with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1986 Land Rover Defender models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.7% with a typical mileage of 124,952 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 C735 VUY, 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 40 years old, this Land Rover Defender is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C735 VUY registered?

C735 VUY is a 1986 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 31 December 1986.

Is C735 VUY safe to buy?

The MOT history for C735 VUY shows 24 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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