MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
205,562 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Nearside Mirror glass missing
Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour and lens missing (4.4.3 (a))
Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
Nearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
Offside Direction indicator not working all not working with indicator stalk (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
Offside Front Direction indicator missing lens (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
Offside Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))
Offside Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
Rear Position lamp likely to become detached both (4.2.1 (c) (ii))
Rear Prop shaft joint excessively worn front UJ (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Rear Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))
Registration plate inscription illegible obscured (0.1 (b))
Spare wheel insecure in carrier (6.1.5 (b) (i))
Speedometer cannot be illuminated all dash backlights (7.8 (c) (ii))
Steering box not properly attached brace bar missing (2.1.2 (a) (i))
Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Power steering inoperative and steering adversely affected (2.1.5 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
Central Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
Coil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Front Seat belt slightly damaged both (7.1.2 (b) (i))
Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Nearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
Nearside mirror glass missing
Offside Front swivel hub leaking
Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
Offside front driveshaft cap missing and rear deteriorated
Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox and transfer box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
Rear propshaft spline worn and has play
Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all and both axles (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Windscreen wiper blade defective both (3.4 (b) (i))
all road wheels corroded
steering damper bush deteriorated and has play
tailgate missing
Front Direction indicator not working both (1.4.A.2c)
Headlamp insecure both (1.7.3)
Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 7.50/16c (4.1.D.1b)
Nearside Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)
Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both (2.7.3)
play in steering damper bush
Non obligatory mirror damaged
Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)
Nearside Front Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)
Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
Non obligatory mirror damaged
Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
steering damper bush worn
Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)
Centre Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)
Centre Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)
Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)
Horn not working (1.6.2a)
Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
Nearside Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)
Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
steering damper bush worn
Oil leak
Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
brake discs rusty
wires insecure
Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)
Nearside Rear Service brake grabbing severely (3.7.C.2)
Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)
Oil leak
Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
brake discs rusty
wires insecure
How Reliable is the Land Rover Defender?
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Top MOT Failure Points
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CTU 676K is a 1971 Land Rover Defender in Green with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 44.4%.
Across all 1971 Land Rover Defender models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.7% with a typical mileage of 75,580 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 CTU 676K, 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 55 years old, this Land Rover Defender is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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CTU 676K is a 1971 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 3 December 1971.
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