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HBZ 5720

1992 Land Rover Defender

Blue Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jun 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

141,703 mi
Last recorded141,703 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 1992 Land Rover Defender124,939 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHBZ 5720
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 141,703 miles

Brake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

Roadwheels protruding arches

Slight play offside front swivel hub

Fail 22 May 2026 141,690 miles

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Slight play offside front swivel hub

Brake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

Roadwheels protruding arches

Pass 17 May 2025 137,588 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Parking brake lever comes up high

Roadwheels protruding wheel arches (all)

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 9 May 2025 137,558 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Parking brake lever comes up high

Roadwheels protruding wheel arches (all)

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Jun 2024 133,729 miles

Drivers seat fixed - fore and aft adjustment not possible

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

On road test steering wanders

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel Minimum requirement for test (2.3 (a) (i))

Tyre wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch All 4 (5.2.3 (f))

Fail 1 Jun 2024 133,722 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Power steering component leaking Offside front box (2.1.5 (a))

Drivers seat fixed - fore and aft adjustment not possible

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

On road test steering wanders

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel Minimum requirement for test (2.3 (a) (i))

Tyre wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch All 4 (5.2.3 (f))

Pass 2 Jun 2023 128,617 miles
Pass 12 May 2022 122,098 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2021 119,316 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Mar 2020 112,350 miles

Nearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play steering rod end (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

front axle end seals leaking (both sides)

Pass 18 Apr 2019 110,413 miles

advise front indicater lenses discoulered

advise n/s/r brake pipe damaged

advise oil leak

advise tow bar electrics

advise wipers

Pass 6 Apr 2018 101,078 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 101,014 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2008 81,015 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2007 77,068 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2006 68,663 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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HBZ 5720 is a 1992 Land Rover Defender in Blue with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 1992 Land Rover Defender models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.5% with a typical mileage of 124,939 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 HBZ 5720, 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 34 years old, this Land Rover Defender is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of HBZ 5720?

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What year was HBZ 5720 registered?

HBZ 5720 is a 1992 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 9 January 1992.

Is HBZ 5720 safe to buy?

The MOT history for HBZ 5720 shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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