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D146 GFH

1987 Land Rover Defender

Blue Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2020
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

181,936 mi
Last recorded181,936 miles
Recorded on12 May 2022
Typical for 1987 Land Rover Defender131,673 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD146 GFH
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Fail 12 May 2022 181,936 miles

Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded EXCESSIVE CORROSION AT DRIVERS FLOOR (LOWER BULKHEAD) (1.1.21 (e) (i))

Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt AT STEERING DROP ARM END (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting BULKHEAD MOUNTING (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength SHOCK ABSORBER MOUNTING (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting BULKHEAD MOUNTING (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength SHOCK ABSORBER MOUNTING (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded EXCESSIVE CORROSION AT DRIVERS FOOTWELL (LOWER BULKHEAD) (2.1.2 (e) (i))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Power steering component leaking STEERING BOX (2.1.5 (a))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Lower Steering column universal joint insecure to the extent there is excessive movement at the mountings (2.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers likely to become detached (5.3.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area fractured to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected SHOCK ABSORBER MOUNTING POINT ON AXLE (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure CRACKING ON TREADS (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure CRACKING ON TREADS (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail (1.1.12 (f) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Aug 2019 179,575 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2019 179,575 miles

Lower Steering column universal joint has excessive wear or play (2.2.2 (c))

Offside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 16 Aug 2018 176,466 miles

Nearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Aug 2017 172,175 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2016 167,758 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2015 161,892 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 157,214 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2013 149,973 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2012 144,378 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2011 138,698 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2010 130,471 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2009 120,350 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2008 113,460 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2007 108,217 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2006 103,086 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2005 96,602 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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D146 GFH is a 1987 Land Rover Defender in Blue with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 1987 Land Rover Defender models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.3% with a typical mileage of 131,673 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 D146 GFH, 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 39 years old, this Land Rover Defender is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was D146 GFH registered?

D146 GFH is a 1987 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 6 April 1987.

Is D146 GFH safe to buy?

The MOT history for D146 GFH shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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