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F608 BNG

1989 Land Rover Defender

Red Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2020
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

155,393 mi
Last recorded155,393 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2019
Typical for 1989 Land Rover Defender127,912 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF608 BNG
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2019 155,393 miles

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

Fail 6 Nov 2019 155,393 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Brake performance not tested DUE TO FLUID LEAK (1.2.1 (g))

Exhaust system insecure foulling rear chassis (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength centre chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength out rigger (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Power steering component leaking (2.1.5 (a))

Power steering pipe/hose excessively corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Power steering pump leaking (2.1.5 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected crossmember (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake fluid not visible WHEEL CYL. (1.1.10 (d) (iii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 4 Nov 2008 148,400 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Fail 2 Jul 2008 148,365 miles

Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Exhaust tailpipe not capable of allowing the emission probe to be inserted (7.4.B.1)

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer missing (7.2.4c)

Nearside Front Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Nearside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Nearside Rear Suspension has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a)

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

Offside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Offside Rear Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Offside Rear Suspension has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Front Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

front prop shaft play

power steering noisey

rear propshaft rear joint play

Pass 23 May 2007 140,183 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2007 140,177 miles

Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.6.C.3)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 28 Mar 2006 134,801 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2006 134,801 miles

Offside Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1)

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

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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F608 BNG is a 1989 Land Rover Defender in Red with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 F608 BNG, 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.

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F608 BNG is a 1989 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 14 February 1989.

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