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Q750TEP

1986 Land Rover Defender

Blue Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2025
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

119,988 mi
Last recorded119,988 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2024
Typical for 1986 Land Rover Defender124,952 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationQ750TEP
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2024 119,988 miles

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 30 Jun 2023 119,327 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2022 118,995 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2020 117,419 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security outrigger (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security outrigger (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch all 4 ()

Pass 4 Dec 2019 114,881 miles

Front Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch all 4 ()

Pass 15 Dec 2018 112,016 miles

Coil spring corroded light corrosion front and rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch ()

Pass 14 Dec 2017 109,658 miles

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

Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion n/s and o/s (6.1.A.1)

Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch ()

Fail 8 Dec 2017 109,629 miles

Front Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion n/s and o/s (6.1.A.1)

Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch ()

Pass 29 Nov 2016 107,762 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2015 105,491 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened drivers (5.2.2a)

Pass 24 Nov 2014 101,862 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2013 100,006 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2012 98,995 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2011 98,268 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2010 97,126 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2009 95,950 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2008 95,106 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2007 93,677 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2007 93,677 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Fail 29 Nov 2006 92,120 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 29 Nov 2006 92,120 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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Q750TEP is a 1986 Land Rover Defender in Blue with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1986 Land Rover Defender models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.7% with a typical mileage of 124,952 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 Q750TEP, 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 40 years old, this Land Rover Defender is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was Q750TEP registered?

Q750TEP is a 1986 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 1 May 1986.

Is Q750TEP safe to buy?

The MOT history for Q750TEP shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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