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G875 MUD

1989 Land Rover Defender

Green Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Dec 2021
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

156,011 mi
Last recorded156,011 miles
Recorded on29 Dec 2020
Typical for 1989 Land Rover Defender127,912 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG875 MUD
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year1989
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Dec 2020 156,011 miles

Central Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 27 Jun 2019 155,775 miles

diff oil slight oil leak

under side muddy

Pass 25 Jan 2018 155,352 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Propshaft universal joint worn ()

Pass 29 Jan 2017 154,296 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2015 140,332 miles

Body and Suspension Modified.

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

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

Fail 24 Dec 2014 139,525 miles

Rear Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Pass 24 Dec 2014 139,525 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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G875 MUD is a 1989 Land Rover Defender in Green 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 G875 MUD, 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 G875 MUD?

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What year was G875 MUD registered?

G875 MUD is a 1989 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 15 November 1989.

Is G875 MUD safe to buy?

The MOT history for G875 MUD shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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