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D449 TAO

1986 Land Rover Defender

Blue Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

114,316 mi
Last recorded114,316 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2017
Typical for 1986 Land Rover Defender124,952 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD449 TAO
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2017 114,316 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2017 114,316 miles

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both rear (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Sep 2016 112,326 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2016 112,326 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 21 Sep 2015 110,415 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2014 109,326 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 25 Sep 2014 109,326 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2013 104,840 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2012 101,452 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2011 96,432 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2010 102,566 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2009 100,852 miles

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

propshaft u/j worn /bolts loose

Pass 5 Aug 2008 96,206 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2006 94,314 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2006 94,314 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)

Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Rear Upper Torque/reaction arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Steering column universal joint has excessive play (2.1.5)

nearside rear brake drum and back plate showing signs of contamination

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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D449 TAO is a 1986 Land Rover Defender in Blue with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 D449 TAO, 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

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What year was D449 TAO registered?

D449 TAO is a 1986 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 26 September 1986.

Is D449 TAO safe to buy?

The MOT history for D449 TAO shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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