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G421 NSU

1989 Land Rover Defender

Blue Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2022
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

170,097 mi
Last recorded170,097 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2021
Typical for 1989 Land Rover Defender127,912 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG421 NSU
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2021 170,097 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

underside heavly under sealed and filler

Fail 10 Apr 2021 170,092 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear & centre (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust system insecure rear & front (6.1.2 (a))

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis front cross member (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength mounting arm brackets & panhard rod bracket corroded & weakened (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Both sides kick-up to offside . European LHD headlights (4.1.2 (c))

Headlamp not working on main beam both (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively damaged pipe to caliper crushed (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor under seat (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis ( through arch ) (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Obligatory mirror insecure (3.3 (b) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively split (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength rear axle arm brackets corroded & weakened (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Towbar component excessively corroded mounting brackets (6.1.6 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush insecure (5.1.2 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Steering box has excessive movement between sector shaft and the drop arm insecure (2.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside front hub cover split

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Power steering fluid level below minimum (2.1.5 (b) (i))

Registration plate lamp throwing direct white light to the rear shroud missing (4.7.1 (a))

Steering damper bushes oil contaminated/breaking up

Pass 31 Dec 2019 170,003 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2018 170,093 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Dec 2017 166,950 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2016 103,761 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2015 103,747 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2014 103,721 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 23 Dec 2013 103,708 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2012 103,640 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2011 103,570 miles

slight play n/s tre slight play n/s top shocker bush

Pass 30 Dec 2010 103,529 miles

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

n/s front tyre has some cracks on inside sidewall

Pass 16 Dec 2009 103,399 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2008 103,178 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2007 102,879 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2006 102,439 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2006 102,419 miles

Nearside Front Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Service brake grabbing severely (3.7.C.2)

Steering damper bush excessive play

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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G421 NSU is a 1989 Land Rover Defender in Blue with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 G421 NSU, 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

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What year was G421 NSU registered?

G421 NSU is a 1989 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 31 August 1989.

Is G421 NSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for G421 NSU shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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