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C829 BBX

1986 Land Rover Defender

Blue Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Nov 2026
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

162,883 mi
Last recorded162,883 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2025
Typical for 1986 Land Rover Defender124,952 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC829 BBX
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 7 Nov 2025 162,883 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2024 160,963 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2023 159,791 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2022 157,780 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2021 158,013 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

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

Pass 25 Nov 2020 154,149 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Nov 2019 152,444 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2018 149,423 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2017 147,426 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2016 145,971 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2015 144,408 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2014 143,005 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2013 142,182 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2012 140,947 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2011 140,129 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2010 138,805 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2009 136,957 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 14 Nov 2008 135,741 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 6 Nov 2007 134,513 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2006 133,824 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2005 133,120 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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C829 BBX is a 1986 Land Rover Defender in Blue with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 C829 BBX, 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 C829 BBX?

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What year was C829 BBX registered?

C829 BBX is a 1986 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 18 February 1986.

Is C829 BBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for C829 BBX shows 21 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does C829 BBX have outstanding finance?

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