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F687 RWP

1989 Land Rover Defender

Beige Diesel 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2022
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

91,647 mi
Last recorded91,647 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2022
Typical for 1989 Land Rover Defender127,912 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF687 RWP
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year1989
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Fail 14 Mar 2022 91,647 miles

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

Offside Body component damaged and likely to cause injury step (6.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength by shock absorber (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Power steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))

Steering box leaking to the extent that oil is dripping (2.1.1 (e) (ii))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is so weakened by corrosion within 30cm of a towbar mounting, the towbar is likely to become detached (6.1.6 (i) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Feb 2021 91,064 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement O/S PANRD ROD BUSH WORN (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play REAR BAR (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Feb 2021 91,064 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement O/S PANRD ROD BUSH WORN (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play REAR BAR (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 16 Jul 2019 90,884 miles

Central Suspension arm ball joint has slight play axel wish bone ball joint mounted on diff (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play rear steering bar (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Jun 2019 90,884 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Hazard warning lamps inoperative X 4 FRONT AND REAR (4.4.1 (e))

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

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Central Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play AXEL WISH BONE ARM BALL JOINT TO DIFF (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated PROP JOINT (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement HOCKEY STICK ARM (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play REAR BAR (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement HOCKEY STICK ARM (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 14 Feb 2018 90,057 miles

Body has slight corrosion All under (6.1.B.2)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Back box (7.1.2)

Pass 9 Feb 2017 89,666 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2016 89,236 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

front propshaft uj worn

Fail 5 Feb 2016 89,232 miles

Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Body insecure and dangerous to other road users front loading bed mounting broken (6.1.B.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

front propshaft uj worn

Pass 12 Feb 2015 88,510 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2015 88,503 miles

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

Pass 11 Feb 2014 87,796 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2013 85,046 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2012 81,996 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2011 77,883 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2010 73,940 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2009 70,196 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2008 66,437 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

offside front tyre - worn on inner edge

Pass 13 Feb 2007 100,000 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2006 97,203 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2006 97,203 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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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F687 RWP is a 1989 Land Rover Defender in Beige with a 2,494cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 F687 RWP, 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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F687 RWP is a 1989 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 13 January 1989.

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