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HTT 420Y

1983 Land Rover Defender

Blue Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

171,538 mi
Last recorded171,538 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2018
Typical for 1983 Land Rover Defender109,986 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHTT 420Y
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2018 171,538 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2017 167,837 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 9 Nov 2016 161,692 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2015 148,976 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2014 137,126 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2013 128,755 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2012 120,986 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2012 120,913 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Parking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (3.1.3c)

Pass 25 Nov 2011 119,291 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 116,850 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2009 116,291 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2008 116,204 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2007 116,015 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 11 Sep 2006 115,724 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2006 115,723 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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HTT 420Y is a 1983 Land Rover Defender in Blue with a 2,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1983 Land Rover Defender models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.8% with a typical mileage of 109,986 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 HTT 420Y, 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 43 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 HTT 420Y?

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What year was HTT 420Y registered?

HTT 420Y is a 1983 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 31 December 1983.

Is HTT 420Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for HTT 420Y shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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