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EAD 520A

1972 Land Rover Defender

White Diesel 2200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2020
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

23,280 mi
Last recorded23,280 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2019
Typical for 1972 Land Rover Defender39,376 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEAD 520A
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year1972
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,200cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2019 23,280 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2018 23,243 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2018 23,241 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 30 Jan 2017 23,146 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush both (2.7.4)

Pass 6 Jan 2016 22,814 miles

Front both tyres perished

Rear both tyres perished

Pass 30 Aug 2012 22,761 miles

Offside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

Pass 1 Sep 2011 22,377 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2011 22,377 miles

Offside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated and seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Pass 23 Jun 2010 22,135 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2009 21,766 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2009 21,766 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 26 Jun 2008 21,490 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2008 21,490 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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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EAD 520A is a 1972 Land Rover Defender in White with a 2,200cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 1972 Land Rover Defender models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.8% with a typical mileage of 39,376 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 EAD 520A, 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 54 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 EAD 520A?

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What year was EAD 520A registered?

EAD 520A is a 1972 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 15 June 1972.

Is EAD 520A safe to buy?

The MOT history for EAD 520A shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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