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C940 MVL

1986 Land Rover Defender

Black Petrol 3500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2024
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

94,309 mi
Last recorded94,309 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2023
Typical for 1986 Land Rover Defender124,952 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC940 MVL
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year1986
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,500cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2023 94,309 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2022 93,393 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2021 92,857 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2020 92,827 miles
Pass 21 May 2019 92,826 miles

vehicle modified

Pass 7 May 2013
Fail 30 Apr 2013

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 26 Nov 2011 63,240 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 13 Nov 2010 62,915 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2009 62,586 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 21 Nov 2009 62,586 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 29 Nov 2008 62,177 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2007 61,654 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2007 61,648 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Lower Steering column universal joint insecure (2.1.5)

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 10 Nov 2006 60,978 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2006 60,978 miles

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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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C940 MVL is a 1986 Land Rover Defender in Black with a 3,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 C940 MVL, 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 C940 MVL?

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What year was C940 MVL registered?

C940 MVL is a 1986 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 1 March 1986.

Is C940 MVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for C940 MVL shows 16 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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