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F608 XFV

1989 Land Rover Defender

Blue Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

118,739 mi
Last recorded118,739 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2016
Typical for 1989 Land Rover Defender127,912 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF608 XFV
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2016 118,739 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2015 115,454 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2014 112,048 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2013 109,100 miles

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Rear position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

Fail 16 Oct 2013 109,100 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Rear position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

Pass 11 Oct 2012 105,964 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2011 101,109 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2010 95,657 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2009 90,346 miles

Oil leak

Pass 24 Nov 2008 85,615 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2007 81,404 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2006 75,808 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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F608 XFV is a 1989 Land Rover Defender in Blue with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 F608 XFV, 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 F608 XFV?

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What year was F608 XFV registered?

F608 XFV is a 1989 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 21 February 1989.

Is F608 XFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for F608 XFV shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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