MOT Status
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163,945 miAbove average mileage for this year
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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))
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))
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))
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))
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
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))
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
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))
Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both (8.2.3)
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
Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
How Reliable is the Land Rover Defender?
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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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G974 CFY is a 1989 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 17 August 1989.
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