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C943 FJO

1986 Land Rover Defender

Grey Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jul 2027
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

148,506 mi
Last recorded148,506 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2026
Typical for 1986 Land Rover Defender124,952 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC943 FJO
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year1986
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2026 148,506 miles

Indicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Jul 2026 148,504 miles

Fuel system component leaking Fuel Pump (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Steering locking device missing (2.1.3 (d))

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Indicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 May 2025 148,036 miles
Pass 18 May 2024 147,601 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2009 146,049 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2008 142,692 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2007 139,149 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2007 139,145 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

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

Pass 14 Jun 2006 133,394 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2006 133,394 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Lower Steering column universal joint has excessive play (2.1.5)

Offside Front Upper Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Brake pipe kinked (3.6.B.2b)

Offside Rear fog lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2f)

Nearside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

excessive play in front prop front u/j

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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C943 FJO is a 1986 Land Rover Defender in Grey with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 C943 FJO, 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 C943 FJO?

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What year was C943 FJO registered?

C943 FJO is a 1986 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 1 February 1986.

Is C943 FJO safe to buy?

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