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G508 PUA

1989 Land Rover Defender

Grey Lpg 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2024
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

142,673 mi
Last recorded142,673 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2023
Typical for 1989 Land Rover Defender127,912 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG508 PUA
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year1989
ColourGrey
Fuel typeLpg
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2023 142,673 miles

underside of car has been under sealed

Pass 19 Nov 2021 141,910 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced out rigger on rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced out rigger on rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair all brakes (1.2.1 (c))

Fail 11 Nov 2021 141,909 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play rear track rod end worn (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure badly perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced out rigger on rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced out rigger on rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair all brakes (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 25 Jun 2019 141,503 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive at rear oil seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear brake discs corrodied (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Jun 2018 140,923 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive from gear box (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive oil leak from around oil filter poss oil pressure valve (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear discs rusty surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 May 2017 140,081 miles

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play rear drag link t.r.e. (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play rear drag link t.r.e. (2.2.B.1f)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a seal pump (2.3.3b)

Pass 23 Mar 2016 138,950 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Fail 12 Mar 2016 138,948 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases broken at tailpipe (7.1.2)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases perforated at rear axle (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle on full lock (4.1.D.2)

Nearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Offside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle on full lock (4.1.D.2)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Pass 10 Mar 2015 137,842 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2015 137,841 miles

Nearside Front brake disc contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)

Pass 24 Feb 2014 136,655 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 8 Dec 2012 136,045 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2011 133,559 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2010 130,663 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2010 130,663 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 3 Jul 2009 125,730 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2008 113,998 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2007 99,040 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2006 82,069 miles

general underside body surface corrosion

offside track rod end slight 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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G508 PUA is a 1989 Land Rover Defender in Grey with a 3,528cc lpg engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 G508 PUA, 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 G508 PUA?

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What year was G508 PUA registered?

G508 PUA is a 1989 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 1 August 1989.

Is G508 PUA safe to buy?

The MOT history for G508 PUA shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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