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F822 SAC

1989 Land Rover Defender

White Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jan 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

166,500 mi
Last recorded166,500 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2025
Typical for 1989 Land Rover Defender127,912 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF822 SAC
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2025 166,500 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2025 166,460 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 6 Jul 2022 165,851 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2022 165,851 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Jul 2021 165,719 miles

steering box damp

Pass 20 May 2019 164,247 miles

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

Pass 11 Dec 2017 163,907 miles

mudi under neath

Pass 3 Feb 2012 161,913 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2012 161,913 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 1 Nov 2010 160,719 miles

front and rear brake discs are heavily scored and pitted

front and rear tyres are perished and scuffed

Pass 17 Oct 2009 158,121 miles

Front number plate cracked

Near side front brake flexi hose slightly twisted.

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

Pass 8 Oct 2008 142,446 miles

Front number plate split

OSR chassi getting rusty

Rear prop UJ loose

Chip in windscreen ZONE B

Fail 7 Oct 2008 142,446 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Chip in windscreen ZONE B

Front number plate split

Rear prop UJ loose

Pass 16 Oct 2007 232,777 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2006 127,929 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2006 127,929 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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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F822 SAC is a 1989 Land Rover Defender in White with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 F822 SAC, 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 F822 SAC registered?

F822 SAC is a 1989 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 3 March 1989.

Is F822 SAC safe to buy?

The MOT history for F822 SAC shows 16 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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