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G113 LWU

1989 Land Rover Defender

Black Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2022
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

140,132 mi
Last recorded140,132 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2021
Typical for 1989 Land Rover Defender127,912 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG113 LWU
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2021 140,132 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Jul 2020 140,075 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2019 140,045 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2019 140,045 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Apr 2016 139,162 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2015 137,632 miles

Oil leak

Pass 5 Nov 2011 137,115 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2010 135,805 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2009 134,768 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2008 132,922 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2007 129,626 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2006 126,948 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2005 125,345 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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G113 LWU is a 1989 Land Rover Defender in Black with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 G113 LWU, 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 G113 LWU?

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What year was G113 LWU registered?

G113 LWU is a 1989 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 12 December 1989.

Is G113 LWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for G113 LWU shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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