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F484 SJF

1989 Land Rover Defender

Green Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Oct 2027
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

116,404 mi
Last recorded116,404 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2026
Typical for 1989 Land Rover Defender127,912 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF484 SJF
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year1989
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 4 Sep 2026 116,404 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2025 113,502 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2024 109,558 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2023 105,318 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jul 2022 100,942 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 6 Jul 2021 96,253 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2007 93,338 miles
Pass 15 May 2006 92,952 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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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F484 SJF is a 1989 Land Rover Defender in Green with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 F484 SJF, 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 F484 SJF?

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What year was F484 SJF registered?

F484 SJF is a 1989 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 14 April 1989.

Is F484 SJF safe to buy?

The MOT history for F484 SJF shows 8 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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