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G233 SPN

1989 Land Rover Defender

Blue Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jun 2027
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

143,434 mi
Last recorded143,434 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2026
Typical for 1989 Land Rover Defender127,912 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG233 SPN
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 3 Jun 2026 143,434 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2025 143,411 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2017 142,941 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016 142,467 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 141,965 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2014 141,133 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 140,239 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 139,351 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2011 138,813 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2010 138,329 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 137,687 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2008 137,629 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2007 137,403 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2006 136,677 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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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G233 SPN is a 1989 Land Rover Defender in Blue with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 G233 SPN, 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 G233 SPN?

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What year was G233 SPN registered?

G233 SPN is a 1989 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 29 November 1989.

Is G233 SPN safe to buy?

The MOT history for G233 SPN shows 14 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 G233 SPN have outstanding finance?

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