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PWH 25

1960 Land Rover Defender

Green Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2018
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

24,029 mi
Last recorded24,029 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2017
Typical for 1960 Land Rover Defender32,901 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPWH 25
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year1960
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2017 24,029 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Oil leak back plate area ()

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front bulkhead corroded not excessive

Oil leak ()

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.3.3b)

Pass 19 Mar 2016 23,875 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive hanger crossbrace (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front bulkhead corroded near master cylinder

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

oil leak

Pass 21 Mar 2015 23,656 miles

Nearside Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Oil leak

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

o/s bulkhead corroded near brake master cylinder

Pass 14 Mar 2014 23,024 miles

Oil leak

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

o/s bulk head corroded near brake master cyl

Pass 10 Oct 2012 22,550 miles

Oil leak

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Fail 2 Oct 2012 22,540 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Oil leak

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Pass 10 Sep 2011 21,577 miles

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

Fail 9 Sep 2011 21,568 miles

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has excessive side play at eye (shackle) (2.4.B.4)

Nearside Rear Upper Leaf spring shackle bracket loose (2.4.B.6a)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has excessive side play at eye (anchor) (2.4.B.4)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

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

nsr brake cylinder or halfshaft seal leaking into drum

Pass 18 Mar 2010 20,946 miles

Oil leak

leak from steering box

Fail 18 Mar 2010 20,946 miles

Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Nearside Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Rear Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Oil leak

leak from steering box

Pass 16 Apr 2008 20,946 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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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PWH 25 is a 1960 Land Rover Defender in Green with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1960 Land Rover Defender models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.3% with a typical mileage of 32,901 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 Defender fails its MOT is shock absorber has an excessively worn bush, accounting for 77,499 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PWH 25, 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 66 years old, this Land Rover Defender is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was PWH 25 registered?

PWH 25 is a 1960 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 1 January 1960.

Is PWH 25 safe to buy?

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