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DAZ 9315

1989 Land Rover Defender

Purple Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2019
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

334,726 mi
Last recorded334,726 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2018
Typical for 1989 Land Rover Defender127,912 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDAZ 9315
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year1989
ColourPurple
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2018 334,726 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2017 328,878 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2016 321,977 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2015 317,749 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2014 315,259 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2014 315,259 miles

Brake pedal creeps down when held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

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

Pass 28 Jun 2013 311,474 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2013 311,473 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 25 Jun 2012 370,447 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 303,013 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2010 294,720 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2010 294,718 miles

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

Pass 15 Jun 2009 28,270 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2008 283,684 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2007 278,953 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2006 273,020 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2006 273,020 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2006 273,020 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2005 268,289 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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DAZ 9315 is a 1989 Land Rover Defender in Purple with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 1989 Land Rover Defender models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.8% with a typical mileage of 127,912 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 DAZ 9315, 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 37 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 DAZ 9315?

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What year was DAZ 9315 registered?

DAZ 9315 is a 1989 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 24 April 1989.

Is DAZ 9315 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DAZ 9315 shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DAZ 9315 have outstanding finance?

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