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HAP 242N

1975 Land Rover Defender

White Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2017
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

135,044 mi
Last recorded135,044 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2016
Typical for 1975 Land Rover Defender60,826 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHAP 242N
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year1975
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2016 135,044 miles

Oil leak

Fail 21 Jul 2014 131,004 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 21 Jul 2014 131,004 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 12 Jul 2013 127,066 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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HAP 242N is a 1975 Land Rover Defender in White with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1975 Land Rover Defender models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.1% with a typical mileage of 60,826 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 HAP 242N, 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 51 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 HAP 242N?

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What year was HAP 242N registered?

HAP 242N is a 1975 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 19 February 1975.

Is HAP 242N safe to buy?

The MOT history for HAP 242N shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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