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GBZ 4901

1991 Land Rover 90 Defender Turbo Dies

Black Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2026
Tests11 (6 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

216,117 mi
Last recorded216,117 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGBZ 4901
MakeLand Rover
Model90 Defender Turbo Dies
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

6 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2025 216,117 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2025 216,102 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2025 216,089 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2022 214,615 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2022 214,142 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2021 211,291 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2021 211,174 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2019 204,428 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2018 200,920 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2017 195,088 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2017 195,084 miles

How Reliable is the Land Rover 90 Defender Turbo Dies?

Based on 1,240 MOT tests across 239 vehicles.

71.9%
Pass Rate
1,885
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
239
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 17
Brake pipe excessively corroded 12
fog lamp not working 10
registration plate deteriorated 8
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 8
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GBZ 4901 is a 1991 Land Rover 90 Defender Turbo Dies in Black with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

The most common reason a Land Rover 90 Defender Turbo Dies fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 17 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GBZ 4901, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Land Rover 90 Defender Turbo Dies typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 35 years old, this Land Rover 90 Defender Turbo Dies is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GBZ 4901?

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What year was GBZ 4901 registered?

GBZ 4901 is a 1991 Land Rover 90 Defender Turbo Dies, first registered on 1 May 1991.

Is GBZ 4901 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GBZ 4901 shows 11 tests with a 54.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GBZ 4901 have outstanding finance?

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