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LDN 720T

1978 Land Rover Defender

Blue Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2013
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

19,091 mi
Last recorded19,091 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2012
Typical for 1978 Land Rover Defender59,439 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLDN 720T
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2012 19,091 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Pass 18 Nov 2011 17,715 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2011 17,715 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

Oil leak

no front prop fitted

Pass 10 Nov 2009 15,755 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2009 15,755 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Aug 2008 14,535 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Steering component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.2.C.1h)

no rear fog light fitted .2 front no plate tied on with cable ties .3 psf wiper blade split

Pass 15 Aug 2005 10,400 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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LDN 720T is a 1978 Land Rover Defender in Blue with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1978 Land Rover Defender models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.0% with a typical mileage of 59,439 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 LDN 720T, 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 48 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 LDN 720T?

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What year was LDN 720T registered?

LDN 720T is a 1978 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 1 January 1978.

Is LDN 720T safe to buy?

The MOT history for LDN 720T shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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