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G151 WHW

1990 Land Rover Defender

Black Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Oct 2026
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

114,225 mi
Last recorded114,225 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2025
Typical for 1990 Land Rover Defender127,503 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG151 WHW
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year1990
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2025 114,225 miles

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

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

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

Pass 27 Jun 2024 113,382 miles

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

Nearside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Fail 24 Jun 2024 113,381 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp throwing direct white light to the rear (4.7.1 (a))

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

Offside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Pass 14 Mar 2021 113,326 miles

Front Hydraulic leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Dec 2019 109,086 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2018 100,538 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2017 87,998 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016 87,230 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 84,941 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2015 84,941 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 26 Jun 2014 82,537 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 77,760 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2013 77,758 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Offside Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Pass 15 Jun 2012 62,972 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2012 62,884 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Coolant leak

Pass 28 Jun 2011 57,842 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2010 55,332 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2009 50,288 miles

VEHICLE QUITE SMOKEY

BATTERY LIGHT ON

FRONT NUMBER PLATE CRACKED

GENERAL UNDERBODY CORROSION

O/S/F HUB SEAL LEAKING

OIL LEAKS

SLIGHT MOVEMENT IN REAR SHOCKABSORBER BUSHES

Fail 3 Mar 2009 50,288 miles

Offside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

BATTERY LIGHT ON

FRONT NUMBER PLATE CRACKED

GENERAL UNDERBODY CORROSION

O/S/F HUB SEAL LEAKING

OIL LEAKS

SLIGHT MOVEMENT IN REAR SHOCKABSORBER BUSHES

VEHICLE QUITE SMOKEY

Pass 5 Mar 2008 45,462 miles

Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

light surface corrosion

seat belt webbings damaged

Pass 27 Feb 2007 37,649 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2006 27,626 miles

Hazard switch hard to operate

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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G151 WHW is a 1990 Land Rover Defender in Black with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

Across all 1990 Land Rover Defender models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.7% with a typical mileage of 127,503 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 G151 WHW, 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 36 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 G151 WHW registered?

G151 WHW is a 1990 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 31 December 1990.

Is G151 WHW safe to buy?

The MOT history for G151 WHW shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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