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F404 RDX

1989 Land Rover Defender

White Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2019
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

191,659 mi
Last recorded191,659 miles
Recorded on29 May 2018
Typical for 1989 Land Rover Defender127,912 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF404 RDX
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 29 May 2018 191,659 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2017 189,584 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2015 188,191 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2014 188,816 miles

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

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

rear dust covers missing on shocks

Pass 16 Nov 2013 187,891 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2012 187,353 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2011 184,738 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2010 181,425 miles
Pass 2 May 2009 178,477 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2008 176,597 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2007 174,707 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2006 168,561 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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F404 RDX is a 1989 Land Rover Defender in White with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 F404 RDX, 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 F404 RDX?

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What year was F404 RDX registered?

F404 RDX is a 1989 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 17 February 1989.

Is F404 RDX safe to buy?

The MOT history for F404 RDX shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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