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G206 HCP

1989 Land Rover Defender

Green Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Mar 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

240,500 mi
Last recorded240,500 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2026
Typical for 1989 Land Rover Defender127,912 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG206 HCP
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year1989
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 13 Mar 2026 240,500 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2025 235,987 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2024 231,339 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2023 226,999 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2022 222,853 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2021 218,234 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2020 214,017 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2019 209,156 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2018 203,899 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2017 198,664 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2016 193,500 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2015 187,985 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2014 182,691 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2013 177,728 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2012 172,944 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2011 167,916 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2010 162,430 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2009 157,746 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2008 153,488 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2007 149,035 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2006 144,512 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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G206 HCP is a 1989 Land Rover Defender in Green with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 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 G206 HCP, 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 G206 HCP?

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What year was G206 HCP registered?

G206 HCP is a 1989 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 6 November 1989.

Is G206 HCP safe to buy?

The MOT history for G206 HCP shows 21 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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