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G647 WVT

1989 Land Rover Defender

Green Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Dec 2025
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

152,871 mi
Last recorded152,871 miles
Recorded on24 Dec 2024
Typical for 1989 Land Rover Defender127,912 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG647 WVT
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year1989
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Dec 2024 152,871 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2023 150,152 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced n/s & o/s entire chassis rails (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security n/s & o/s all (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Fail 8 Nov 2023 150,152 miles

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

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced n/s/f floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced n/s & o/s entire chassis rails (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security n/s & o/s all (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Fail 20 Jul 2022 145,040 miles

Central Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Front Lower Steering column attachment defective joint worn play (2.2.2 (d) (i))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively os,ns (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Front Lower Drag link end ball joint has slight play streeing box (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 16 Jun 2021 144,414 miles

exhaust exit point not in the usual place

Fail 14 Jun 2021 144,413 miles

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

exhaust exit point not in the usual place

Pass 17 Jun 2020 142,465 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2018 140,397 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2017 138,257 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 16 Sep 2014 190,972 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

Please note there is a slight drag to n/s/f brake/wheel

Please note there is corrsion showing to rear of chassis

Pass 16 Sep 2013 184,650 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2012 179,639 miles

slight damage to n/s outer seat belt webbing

Pass 14 Sep 2011 173,872 miles

Oil leak

Please note light corrison showing thoughout chassis

Please note there is wear showing to front disc,s

Pass 15 Sep 2010 164,525 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2009 156,975 miles

slight fraying to n/s front seat belt

Pass 18 Sep 2008 150,091 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2007 145,635 miles

Oil leak

Please note light corrison showing thougout rear chassis

Pass 19 Sep 2006 140,534 miles

Offside Front Power steering pump has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

Fail 19 Sep 2006 140,534 miles

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

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Power steering pump has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

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

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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G647 WVT is a 1989 Land Rover Defender in Green with a 2,495cc diesel 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 G647 WVT, 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 G647 WVT registered?

G647 WVT is a 1989 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 28 November 1989.

Is G647 WVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for G647 WVT 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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