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G246 CPL

1989 Land Rover Defender

Red Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2020
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

288,728 mi
Last recorded288,728 miles
Recorded on8 May 2019
Typical for 1989 Land Rover Defender127,912 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG246 CPL
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 May 2019 288,728 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 281,019 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2013 272,265 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2013 272,259 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 19 Mar 2012 26,236 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2011 252,977 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2010 243,823 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 234,755 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2008 225,975 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2007 215,857 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2006 207,167 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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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G246 CPL is a 1989 Land Rover Defender in Red with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 G246 CPL, 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 G246 CPL?

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What year was G246 CPL registered?

G246 CPL is a 1989 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 3 November 1989.

Is G246 CPL safe to buy?

The MOT history for G246 CPL shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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