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G974 CFY

1989 Land Rover Defender

Green Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Feb 2027
Tests28 (20 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

163,945 mi
Last recorded163,945 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2026
Typical for 1989 Land Rover Defender127,912 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG974 CFY
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year1989
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

20 pass 8 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2026 163,945 miles

Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Electrical wiring inadequately secured inside cab (4.11 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp insecure (4.2.1 (c) (i))

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

Fail 2 Feb 2026 163,945 miles

Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced crossmember behind front bumper (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp brake lights on instead (4.2.3 (c))

Rear Direction indicator light intensity significantly reduced both (4.4.3 (a))

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

Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced rear cossmember by towbar (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Stop lamp(s) all not working when side lights on (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Electrical wiring inadequately secured inside cab (4.11 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp insecure (4.2.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 20 Mar 2025 163,760 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2025 163,760 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

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

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

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

Pass 7 Feb 2024 163,498 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2023 163,144 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2023 163,143 miles

Brake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

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

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Pass 14 Feb 2022 163,071 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2022 163,070 miles

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

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Power steering pump leaking (2.1.5 (a))

Steering column universal joint has excessive wear or play top u/j under bonnet (2.2.2 (c))

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid not visible (1.1.10 (d) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Feb 2021 162,879 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2021 162,878 miles

Brake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively worm gear worn (3.4 (b) (ii))

Power steering malfunctioning (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced crossmember (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Steering box has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) bottom steering coupling u/j on steering box loose (2.3 (a) (i))

Steering box has relative movement between sector shaft and the drop arm bottom drop arm nut loose (2.1.3 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 12 Feb 2020 161,999 miles

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

Pass 12 Feb 2019 158,520 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2019 158,515 miles

Offside Front Vehicle structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 6 Feb 2018 155,353 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2017 153,057 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2016 149,209 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2016 149,209 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both (8.2.3)

Pass 7 Feb 2015 144,728 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2014 140,372 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2013 135,708 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

o/s/f steering play ball joint deterioated

rear exhaust deterioated pipe loose

rear exhaust mounting deterioated pipe loose

Pass 18 Jan 2012 130,417 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2011 123,816 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2009 120,540 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2008 111,831 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 20 Sep 2007 101,501 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2007 101,501 miles

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

Pass 21 Sep 2006 90,067 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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G974 CFY is a 1989 Land Rover Defender in Green with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 G974 CFY, 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.

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What year was G974 CFY registered?

G974 CFY is a 1989 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 17 August 1989.

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