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G401 RHH

1989 Land Rover Defender

Blue Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2011
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

184,391 mi
Last recorded184,391 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2010
Typical for 1989 Land Rover Defender127,912 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG401 RHH
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2010 184,391 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

front axle spheres has slight leak of oil

Fail 14 Dec 2010 184,388 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

both front hub seals leaking oil

Pass 28 Oct 2009 178,865 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2008 174,955 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2007 170,664 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2006 166,431 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2005 161,370 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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G401 RHH is a 1989 Land Rover Defender in Blue with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 G401 RHH, 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.

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What year was G401 RHH registered?

G401 RHH is a 1989 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 16 October 1989.

Is G401 RHH safe to buy?

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