MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
128,248 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
How Reliable is the Land Rover Defender?
Based on 2,960,045 MOT tests across 181,953 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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ETD 149J is a 1971 Land Rover Defender in Red with a 2,800cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.
Across all 1971 Land Rover Defender models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.7% with a typical mileage of 75,580 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 ETD 149J, 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 55 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 ETD 149J?
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What year was ETD 149J registered?
ETD 149J is a 1971 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 1 April 1971.
Is ETD 149J safe to buy?
The MOT history for ETD 149J shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does ETD 149J have outstanding finance?
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