MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
3,624 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
all tyres cracking in tread and side walls
bulkhead rusty
coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
rear body rusty on side bars and front bolts worn
all tyres cracking on sidewalls
front bulkhead rusting
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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F971 RHT is a 1989 Land Rover Defender in Red with a 2,495cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.
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 F971 RHT, 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 F971 RHT?
You can check the full history of F971 RHT by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.
What year was F971 RHT registered?
F971 RHT is a 1989 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 5 April 1989.
Is F971 RHT safe to buy?
The MOT history for F971 RHT shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does F971 RHT have outstanding finance?
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