MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
98,911 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
poss oil or diesel leak
Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
offside front hub starting to leak.
How Reliable is the Land Rover Defender?
Based on 2,960,045 MOT tests across 181,953 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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D157 SMJ is a 1987 Land Rover Defender in Cream with a 2,494cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.
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 D157 SMJ, 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check the history of D157 SMJ?
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What year was D157 SMJ registered?
D157 SMJ is a 1987 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 25 June 1987.
Is D157 SMJ safe to buy?
The MOT history for D157 SMJ shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does D157 SMJ have outstanding finance?
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