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G5 LRD

1992 Land Rover Defender

White Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2022
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

146,469 mi
Last recorded146,469 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2022
Typical for 1992 Land Rover Defender124,939 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG5 LRD
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year1992
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Fail 25 Jan 2022 146,469 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected chassis in side and out (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Indicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

One x o/s/f 1/2 shaft bolt is sheared off

Pass 26 Jan 2021 146,427 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Everywhere (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 4 Jun 2019 145,828 miles

Offside Front hub housing bolt snapped

Fail 3 Jun 2019 145,823 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front hub housing bolt snapped

Pass 18 Jun 2018 145,381 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

chassis rusty

chips in window

Fail 7 Jun 2018 145,368 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting floor (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

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

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting floor (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded steering box (2.1.2 (e) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

chassis rusty

chips in window

Pass 30 May 2017 145,052 miles

chips in window

under side rusty

Pass 10 Jun 2016 144,832 miles

all tyres perished

Fail 6 Jun 2016 144,827 miles

Nearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

all tyres perished

Pass 22 May 2015 144,520 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

front wipers poor

underside rusty

Fail 22 May 2015 144,520 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

front wipers poor

underside rusty

Pass 31 May 2014 143,993 miles

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

offside rear tyre cracked & splitting

Fail 24 May 2014 143,989 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Front Headlamp does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam (1.7.4a)

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

Nearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.6.C.3)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

offside rear tyre cracked & splitting

Pass 24 Dec 2012 143,692 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2011 142,566 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2011 142,564 miles

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)

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

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 26 Oct 2010 140,384 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 26 Oct 2010 140,384 miles

Nearside Front Radius arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Radius arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 14 Jul 2009 138,339 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2008 137,028 miles
Pass 11 May 2007 135,785 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2006 131,666 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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G5 LRD is a 1992 Land Rover Defender in White with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 1992 Land Rover Defender models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.5% with a typical mileage of 124,939 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 G5 LRD, 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 34 years old, this Land Rover Defender is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was G5 LRD registered?

G5 LRD is a 1992 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 13 May 1992.

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