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F947 WEL

1989 Land Rover Defender

Grey Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Nov 2026
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

161,028 mi
Last recorded161,028 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2025
Typical for 1989 Land Rover Defender127,912 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF947 WEL
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year1989
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2025 161,028 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2025 161,028 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 11 Nov 2024 160,303 miles

Nearside Front Outer axle seal leaking

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

Nearside Front floor corroded

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

Offside Front coil spring not seated correctly

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassi behind bumpstop (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside side step loose

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

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

body corroded above lower door hinge both sides

both front swivel housing seals leaking

fuel pump wet with fuel but does not appear to be leaking

Fail 1 Nov 2024 160,160 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Outer Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Outer axle seal leaking

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt front (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

Nearside Front floor corroded

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

Offside Front coil spring not seated correctly

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassi behind bumpstop (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside side step loose

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

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

body corroded above lower door hinge both sides

both front swivel housing seals leaking

fuel pump wet with fuel but does not appear to be leaking

Pass 11 Nov 2023 157,364 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 7 Nov 2023 157,362 miles

Fuel system component leaking Fuel pump (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Inner Brake pipe excessively corroded To top of brake hose (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Fluid leaking continuously posing a serious risk to road safety Inner hub seal contaminated brake disc (8.4.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Hydraulic fluid leaking continuously posing a serious risk to road safety From metal brake pipe to brake hose (8.4.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material On brake caliper (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Fluid leak, but not excessive Inner hub seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 10 Nov 2022 156,275 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 157,012 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2006 155,413 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2006 155,379 miles

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Pass 1 Nov 2005 154,676 miles

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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F947 WEL is a 1989 Land Rover Defender in Grey with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 F947 WEL, 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 F947 WEL registered?

F947 WEL is a 1989 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 1 February 1989.

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