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F511 NMJ

1989 Land Rover Defender

White Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 May 2027
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

268,541 mi
Last recorded268,541 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 1989 Land Rover Defender127,912 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF511 NMJ
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2026 268,541 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2026 268,541 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 May 2025 261,349 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 15 May 2025 261,348 miles

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 22 May 2024 260,227 miles
Fail 22 May 2024 260,227 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Mar 2023 256,526 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 18 Mar 2021 256,526 miles

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 29 Jul 2019 256,526 miles

Front Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 29 Dec 2016 254,707 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 250,189 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2014 250,062 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 Feb 2013 241,795 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 9 Feb 2012 232,552 miles

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

Fail 9 Feb 2012 232,552 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Fail 14 Jan 2012 232,493 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)

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

Offside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Pass 24 Jan 2011 222,476 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2011 222,423 miles

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 27 Jan 2010 216,267 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

front number plate cracked

Pass 11 Dec 2008 207,161 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2007 195,699 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2007 195,699 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 26 Oct 2006 184,281 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2005 174,415 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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F511 NMJ is a 1989 Land Rover Defender in White with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

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 F511 NMJ, 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 F511 NMJ?

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What year was F511 NMJ registered?

F511 NMJ is a 1989 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 17 March 1989.

Is F511 NMJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for F511 NMJ shows 24 tests with a 70.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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