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F663 UVX

1989 Land Rover Defender

White Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Feb 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

156,223 mi
Last recorded156,223 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2026
Typical for 1989 Land Rover Defender127,912 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF663 UVX
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2026 156,223 miles

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

Offside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 27 Feb 2025 153,495 miles

No reverse lamp

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

Speedometer operation impaired Jumping around on slight movement (7.8 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Feb 2024 151,571 miles

Reverse lights not working

Fail 23 Feb 2024 151,571 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Reverse lights not working

Pass 9 Jan 2023 146,657 miles

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged

Rear axle upper ball joint gaiter deteriorated

Pass 15 Dec 2021 139,681 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

nearside front door mirror glass cracked

Pass 17 Dec 2020 137,839 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2019 136,719 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 11 Dec 2018 136,242 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2007 100,100 miles

Long travel on parking brake lever

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

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 4 Jul 2006 100,100 miles

Centre brake drum contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc contaminated by grease (3.5.1h)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 4 Jul 2006 100,100 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

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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F663 UVX is a 1989 Land Rover Defender in White with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 F663 UVX, 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 F663 UVX registered?

F663 UVX is a 1989 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is F663 UVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for F663 UVX shows 12 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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