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PMC 89D

1989 Land Rover 109

Blue Diesel 4cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2019
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

78,995 mi
Last recorded78,995 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2018
Typical for 1989 Land Rover 10952,975 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPMC 89D
MakeLand Rover
Model109
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2018 78,995 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2018 78,994 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 21 Mar 2017 78,064 miles

Central Rear Propshaft universal joint worn uj joints both ends on rear prop ()

Coolant leak ()

Oil leak ()

Pass 8 Sep 2015 77,382 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 75,052 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2013 73,744 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2013 73,736 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Electrical wiring damaged and bare connector exposed (1.9.2c)

Electrical wiring inadequately supported (1.9.2a)

Nearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

Nearside Vehicle structure inadequately repaired seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

Offside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Offside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

Offside Vehicle structure inadequately repaired seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

Offside Windscreen wiper not operating over a large enough area to give an adequate view (8.2.1c)

Rear Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 4 May 2012 71,924 miles
Pass 10 May 2010 71,421 miles
Pass 28 May 2008 71,104 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2008 71,096 miles

Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Indicator switch insecure (1.4.A.1)

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

fan belt loose

front springs worn

hand brake free travel near to excess

panels missing os and ns below doors

Pass 25 Oct 2006 70,800 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

advise n/s rear oil leak from hub

advise o/s rear tyre side wall perished

Fail 29 Jul 2006 70,787 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.6.C2)

Offside Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

advise n/s front tyre perished

advise o/s rear tyre perished

How Reliable is the Land Rover 109?

Based on 34,711 MOT tests across 4,632 vehicles.

70.2%
Pass Rate
625
Miles/Year
66
Year Lifespan
4,632
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 2,564
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 1,754
Stop lamp not working 1,452
Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 1,166
position lamp(s) not working 1,056
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PMC 89D is a 1989 Land Rover 109 in Blue with a 4cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 1989 Land Rover 109 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.5% with a typical mileage of 52,975 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Land Rover 109 fails its MOT is suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 2,564 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PMC 89D, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Land Rover 109 typically stays on UK roads for around 66 years. At 37 years old, this Land Rover 109 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was PMC 89D registered?

PMC 89D is a 1989 Land Rover 109, first registered on 16 May 1989.

Is PMC 89D safe to buy?

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