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D829 YDO

1986 Land Rover Defender

Green Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Mar 2027
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

132,866 mi
Last recorded132,866 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2026
Typical for 1986 Land Rover Defender124,952 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD829 YDO
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year1986
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 10 Mar 2026 132,866 miles

underbody surface rust

Pass 13 Aug 2024 132,747 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security crossmember showing corrosion (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 21 Sep 2023 132,554 miles

Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 16 Sep 2022 132,328 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2021 131,876 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 11 Sep 2020 131,444 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2019 131,163 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2018 130,632 miles

Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Pass 27 Sep 2017 129,868 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2016 128,814 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2015 127,901 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 126,706 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 125,658 miles

brake fluid present on chassis front o/s area no leak detected

Pass 6 Sep 2012 120,365 miles

Oil leak

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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D829 YDO is a 1986 Land Rover Defender in Green with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 D829 YDO, 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 D829 YDO?

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What year was D829 YDO registered?

D829 YDO is a 1986 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 31 December 1986.

Is D829 YDO safe to buy?

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