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FHH 89K

1992 Land Rover Defender

White Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2016
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

13,523 mi
Last recorded13,523 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2015
Typical for 1992 Land Rover Defender124,939 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFHH 89K
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year1992
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2015 13,523 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded axle (3.6.B.2c)

engine oil leak

front prop joint worn

oil leak around gearbox

oil leak on front and rear diff

Pass 13 Oct 2014 12,426 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Prop-shaft universal joint worn

oil leak around gearbox

oil leak on front diff

oil leak on rear diff

Fail 13 Oct 2014 12,423 miles

Steering box insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Prop-shaft universal joint worn

oil leak around gearbox

oil leak on front diff

oil leak on rear diff

Pass 12 Nov 2012 10,761 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Prop-shaft universal joint worn

oil leak on gearbox

oil leak on rear diff

Pass 14 Nov 2011 9,885 miles

different ply rated tyres on front axle

n/s rear brake binding slightly

o/s & n/s front door inner frames corroded

rear door inner frame corroded

travel in brake pedal

Fail 27 Jun 2011 9,850 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 4 Aug 2009 9,018 miles

Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 9 Jul 2008 7,791 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2007 5,583 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2007 5,579 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Offside Front Leaf spring eye defective (shackle) (2.4.B.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Fuel tank damp but no visable leak

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 6 Jun 2006 2,730 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2006 262 miles

Intermediate drop arm insecure (2.2.B.1a)

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

Offside Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

oil leak

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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FHH 89K is a 1992 Land Rover Defender in White with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1992 Land Rover Defender models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.5% with a typical mileage of 124,939 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 FHH 89K, 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 34 years old, this Land Rover Defender is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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FHH 89K is a 1992 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 10 April 1992.

Is FHH 89K safe to buy?

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