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DIG 7482

1992 Land Rover Defender

Green Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

71,599 mi
Last recorded71,599 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2014
Typical for 1992 Land Rover Defender124,939 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDIG 7482
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year1992
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2014 71,599 miles

front number plate in windscreen

no silencer fitted in the exhaust

possible near side front wheel bearing - could be diff noise

track rod slightly bent

underside freshly undersealed preventing an accurate inspection of vital areas/components

Fail 28 May 2014 71,588 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

front number plate in windscreen

no silencer fitted in the exhaust

possible near side front wheel bearing - could be diff noise

track rod slightly bent

underside freshly undersealed preventing an accurate inspection of vital areas/components

Pass 15 Feb 2013 61,686 miles

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

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

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Pass 9 Mar 2012 532,115 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 5 Mar 2011 159,650 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2010 151,376 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2009 145,961 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2008 135,417 miles

bulk head panel weakening

Fail 11 Feb 2008 135,417 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Nearside Front Suspension arm locating pin insecure (2.4.G.3a)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

bulk head panel weakening

Pass 19 Jan 2007 115,195 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2006 109,965 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2006

Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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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DIG 7482 is a 1992 Land Rover Defender in Green with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1992 Land Rover Defender models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.5% with a typical mileage of 124,939 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 DIG 7482, 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 34 years old, this Land Rover Defender is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DIG 7482 registered?

DIG 7482 is a 1992 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 1 August 1992.

Is DIG 7482 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DIG 7482 shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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