MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
195,692 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
both front axle steering balls weeping oil
Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)
Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
both front axle steering balls weeping oil
Chassis corrosion taking hold at rear.
Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)
Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
How Reliable is the Land Rover Defender?
Based on 2,960,045 MOT tests across 181,953 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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F742 MAP is a 1989 Land Rover Defender in White with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.
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 F742 MAP, 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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What year was F742 MAP registered?
F742 MAP is a 1989 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 20 March 1989.
Is F742 MAP safe to buy?
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