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C758 SRB

1986 Land Rover Defender

Green Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

198,247 mi
Last recorded198,247 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2012
Typical for 1986 Land Rover Defender124,952 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC758 SRB
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year1986
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2012 198,247 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

centre exhaust mounting loose

Fail 21 Dec 2012 198,247 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

centre exhaust mounting loose

Pass 15 Dec 2011 190,426 miles

Front brake discs slightly pitted

Fail 15 Dec 2011 190,426 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Front brake discs slightly pitted

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 16 Dec 2010 180,039 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Oil leak

Pass 22 Sep 2009 173,151 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear propshaft rear u/j excessively worn

Pass 17 Sep 2008 164,160 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2007 152,159 miles

Front Steering component deformed but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly chafed (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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

Nearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

offside front tyre slightly perished

Pass 8 Jul 2006 139,309 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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C758 SRB is a 1986 Land Rover Defender in Green with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 C758 SRB, 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

How do I check the history of C758 SRB?

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What year was C758 SRB registered?

C758 SRB is a 1986 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 31 December 1986.

Is C758 SRB safe to buy?

The MOT history for C758 SRB shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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