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SIG 1789

1986 Land Rover Unknown

White Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Sep 2026
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

25,427 mi
Last recorded25,427 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2025
Typical for 1986 Land Rover Unknown120,778 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSIG 1789
MakeLand Rover
ModelUnknown
Year1986
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2025 25,427 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front and Rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 2 Sep 2024 21,031 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 28 Sep 2023 18,426 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2023 18,426 miles

Offside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 20 Sep 2022 13,147 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2022 13,147 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Sep 2021 7,604 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2021 7,604 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

How Reliable is the Land Rover Unknown?

Based on 8,941 MOT tests across 2,560 vehicles.

83.4%
Pass Rate
4,412
Miles/Year
71
Year Lifespan
2,560
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 35
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 35
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SIG 1789 is a 1986 Land Rover Unknown in White with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1986 Land Rover Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.0% with a typical mileage of 120,778 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 Unknown fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 35 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SIG 1789, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Land Rover Unknown typically stays on UK roads for around 71 years. At 40 years old, this Land Rover Unknown is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SIG 1789?

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What year was SIG 1789 registered?

SIG 1789 is a 1986 Land Rover Unknown, first registered on 31 December 1986.

Is SIG 1789 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SIG 1789 shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SIG 1789 have outstanding finance?

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