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RBY 799K

1983 Land Rover Defender

Green Diesel 2200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2018
Tests19 (10 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate52.6%

Mileage

67,386 mi
Last recorded67,386 miles
Recorded on13 May 2017
Typical for 1983 Land Rover Defender109,986 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRBY 799K
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year1983
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,200cc

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MOT History

10 pass 9 fail
Pass 13 May 2017 67,386 miles
Pass 14 May 2016 66,744 miles

ANOTHER SPEEDO HEAD FITTED

Fail 14 May 2016 66,744 miles

ANOTHER SPEEDO HEAD FITTED

Front Headlamp aim too high bothsides. (1.8)

Fail 9 May 2015 83,903 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 9 May 2015 83,903 miles
Fail 10 May 2014 83,170 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2014 83,170 miles
Pass 18 May 2013 82,614 miles
Fail 18 May 2013 82,614 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 8 May 2012 81,731 miles
Fail 8 May 2012 81,720 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 4 Sep 2010 80,824 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Sep 2010 80,824 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2009 80,331 miles

all four tyres cracking

body mounts and floor corroded, n/sr hub seal weeping,

both rear chassis sections corroded

n/sf . o/sf and front to rear metal brake pipes corroded,

Fail 16 Jan 2009 80,329 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)

Steering box has relative movement between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.2.B.1b)

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

all tyres are cracking

body mountings to floor are corroded

n/s/f brake pipe is corroded

Pass 9 Apr 2008 80,310 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2008 80,302 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)

Pass 2 Apr 2007 96,232 miles

different set of wheels fitted than at time of first test.

Fail 27 Mar 2007 96,232 miles

Nearside Front rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)

o/s/r/ & n/s/f tyres are cracking

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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RBY 799K is a 1983 Land Rover Defender in Green with a 2,200cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 52.6%.

Across all 1983 Land Rover Defender models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.8% with a typical mileage of 109,986 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 RBY 799K, 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 43 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 RBY 799K registered?

RBY 799K is a 1983 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 29 March 1983.

Is RBY 799K safe to buy?

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