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F638 NVU

1989 Land Rover Defender

Blue Diesel 2225cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Feb 2020
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

21,500 mi
Last recorded21,500 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2019
Typical for 1989 Land Rover Defender127,912 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF638 NVU
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,225cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2019 21,500 miles

underside of vehicle covered with protective coating

Pass 11 Jul 2007 211,517 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2007 211,517 miles

Nearside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Pass 13 Jul 2006 204,275 miles

corrosion to both rear chassis rails.signs of grease near osf brake disc.

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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F638 NVU is a 1989 Land Rover Defender in Blue with a 2,225cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 F638 NVU, 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 F638 NVU?

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What year was F638 NVU registered?

F638 NVU is a 1989 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 15 June 1989.

Is F638 NVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for F638 NVU shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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