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LRZ 5987

1985 Land Rover Defender

Red Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Aug 2027
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

141,722 mi
Last recorded141,722 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2026
Typical for 1985 Land Rover Defender122,807 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLRZ 5987
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 11 Aug 2026 141,722 miles

Central Front Upper Coolant leak

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

Pass 9 Jun 2025 141,224 miles

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

Pass 6 Mar 2024 119,652 miles

Central Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

all under car surface corrosion

Pass 21 Jan 2021 119,040 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis has general corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear crossmember (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

Pass 14 Jun 2019 109,249 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2015 84,680 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2013 84,680 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 84,680 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 76,808 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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LRZ 5987 is a 1985 Land Rover Defender in Red with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1985 Land Rover Defender models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.3% with a typical mileage of 122,807 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 LRZ 5987, 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 41 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 LRZ 5987?

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What year was LRZ 5987 registered?

LRZ 5987 is a 1985 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 5 June 1985.

Is LRZ 5987 safe to buy?

The MOT history for LRZ 5987 shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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