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G239 WFC

1990 Land Rover Defender

Green Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

149,583 mi
Last recorded149,583 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2016
Typical for 1990 Land Rover Defender127,503 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG239 WFC
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year1990
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2016 149,583 miles

body and chassis has slight corossion

Pass 21 Aug 2015 145,534 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 8 Aug 2014 139,596 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2013 136,266 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 125,301 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2009 125,140 miles

Oil leak

Fail 2 Oct 2009 125,140 miles

Front Steering damper leaking oil (2.2.C.1f)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Brake pipe fouled by moving parts (3.6.B.2a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Power steering component(s) leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)

Power steering pump leaking from a failed component (2.3.3b)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

engine leaking oil

oil leak from nearside rear hub

steering damper bush worn

Pass 3 Oct 2008 124,615 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2008 124,615 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Pass 10 Sep 2007 122,780 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2006 120,517 miles

Oil leak

Pass 9 Sep 2005 116,398 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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G239 WFC is a 1990 Land Rover Defender in Green with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 G239 WFC, 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

How do I check the history of G239 WFC?

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What year was G239 WFC registered?

G239 WFC is a 1990 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 2 March 1990.

Is G239 WFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for G239 WFC shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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