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D888 XPA

1986 Land Rover Defender

Grey Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Dec 2026
Tests16 (9 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate56.3%

Mileage

171,381 mi
Last recorded171,381 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2025
Typical for 1986 Land Rover Defender124,952 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD888 XPA
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year1986
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

9 pass 7 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2025 171,381 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2024 171,346 miles

Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush nearside/offside (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 6 Dec 2024 171,346 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush nearside/offside (5.3.2 (c))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements front/rear (0.1 (d))

Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Jul 2023 171,052 miles
Pass 30 May 2022 171,030 miles
Fail 20 May 2022 171,017 miles

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

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Aug 2010 159,685 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Oil leak

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

chassis corroding

front discs pitted

headlight images deterioated

Fail 30 Jul 2010 159,685 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve movement (3.3.A.5)

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Oil leak

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

chassis corroding

front discs pitted

headlight images deterioated

Pass 21 Apr 2009 155,814 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 21 Apr 2009 155,814 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Front Panhard rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 16 Apr 2008 151,733 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

n/s/r bump stop missing

new and pads fitted to front

Pass 16 Apr 2008 151,733 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

n/s/r bump stop missing

new and pads fitted to front

Fail 24 Apr 2007 148,174 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Pass 24 Apr 2007 148,174 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 27 Apr 2006 144,356 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Pass 27 Apr 2006 144,356 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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D888 XPA is a 1986 Land Rover Defender in Grey with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 D888 XPA, 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 D888 XPA registered?

D888 XPA is a 1986 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 1 November 1986.

Is D888 XPA safe to buy?

The MOT history for D888 XPA shows 16 tests with a 56.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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