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CDV 138T

1979 Land Rover Defender

White Petrol 2250cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Apr 2027
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

1,351 mi
Last recorded1,351 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 1979 Land Rover Defender63,097 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCDV 138T
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year1979
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,250cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2026 1,351 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive bump stop area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Fail 10 Apr 2026 1,350 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp reflector seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (1.1.21 (e) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength bump stop area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive bump stop area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 4 Jun 2021 1,137 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2019 1,050 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 1,006 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 950 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 883 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2016 883 miles

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

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Pass 24 Apr 2015 779 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2014 579 miles

n/s & o/s front floor getting rusty

Pass 17 Apr 2013 308 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2013 307 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Steering box insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Pass 13 Apr 2012 99,807 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 99,405 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2011 99,405 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Pass 9 Apr 2010 98,652 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 97,231 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2009 97,231 miles

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 16 Apr 2008 96,096 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2008 96,096 miles

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

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 10 Apr 2007 94,523 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2006 92,814 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2006 92,814 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt affected by a damaged seat frame (5.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.6.C.3)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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CDV 138T is a 1979 Land Rover Defender in White with a 2,250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

Across all 1979 Land Rover Defender models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.7% with a typical mileage of 63,097 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 CDV 138T, 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 47 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 CDV 138T registered?

CDV 138T is a 1979 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 1 January 1979.

Is CDV 138T safe to buy?

The MOT history for CDV 138T shows 23 tests with a 69.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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