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F816 SWK

1989 Land Rover Defender

Green Diesel 2494cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Sep 2027
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

145,124 mi
Last recorded145,124 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2026
Typical for 1989 Land Rover Defender127,912 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF816 SWK
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year1989
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2026 145,124 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2025 144,305 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2025 144,305 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))

Pass 24 May 2006 144,636 miles

wipers slightly obscure view

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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F816 SWK is a 1989 Land Rover Defender in Green with a 2,494cc 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 F816 SWK, 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 F816 SWK?

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What year was F816 SWK registered?

F816 SWK is a 1989 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 10 January 1989.

Is F816 SWK safe to buy?

The MOT history for F816 SWK 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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