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F623 GAO

1989 Land Rover Defender

Black Diesel 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2025
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

90,999 mi
Last recorded90,999 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2024
Typical for 1989 Land Rover Defender127,912 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF623 GAO
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2024 90,999 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2023 81,873 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2022 219,353 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Suspension spring mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underside multiple areas (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Pass 14 Jul 2018 207,143 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2017 204,427 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2016 195,482 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2014 194,875 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2013 193,472 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2013 193,472 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 10 Oct 2012 191,497 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2011 189,115 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2010 186,322 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2009 181,061 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2008 175,920 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Spare tyre defective

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 11 Sep 2008 175,920 miles

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

Spare tyre defective

Pass 28 Feb 2008 171,730 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2008 171,730 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside brake drum contaminated by brake fluid (3.5.1h)

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

Offside brake drum contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

Pass 17 Feb 2007 169,904 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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F623 GAO is a 1989 Land Rover Defender in Black with a 2,494cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 F623 GAO, 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

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What year was F623 GAO registered?

F623 GAO is a 1989 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 17 February 1989.

Is F623 GAO safe to buy?

The MOT history for F623 GAO shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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