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D4 GJT

1986 Land Rover Defender

Grey Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Nov 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

147,437 mi
Last recorded147,437 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2025
Typical for 1986 Land Rover Defender124,952 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD4 GJT
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year1986
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2025 147,437 miles

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

Pass 18 Oct 2024 146,348 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2023 143,719 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2022 142,914 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2021 142,298 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2020 141,907 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2019 141,801 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2018 140,960 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2017 139,755 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2016 139,470 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2015 139,164 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2014 138,763 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2013 138,389 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2012 138,054 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2011 137,348 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2007 136,375 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2007 136,375 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 4 Jul 2006 132,392 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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D4 GJT is a 1986 Land Rover Defender in Grey with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 D4 GJT, 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

How do I check the history of D4 GJT?

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What year was D4 GJT registered?

D4 GJT is a 1986 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 4 December 1986.

Is D4 GJT safe to buy?

The MOT history for D4 GJT shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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