MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
54,501 miAbove average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
slight play at n/s/r shock absorber bush
slight seepage at front seals
Body or chassis has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings under bonnet (6.1.B.2)
Offside Body or chassis has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings under bonnet (6.1.B.2)
slight play at n/s/r shock absorber bush
slight seepage at front seals
Nearside Front Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)
Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
How Reliable is the Land Rover Defender?
Based on 2,960,045 MOT tests across 181,953 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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UPO 838K is a 1972 Land Rover Defender in Green with a 2,286cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.
Across all 1972 Land Rover Defender models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.8% with a typical mileage of 39,376 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 UPO 838K, 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 54 years old, this Land Rover Defender is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check the history of UPO 838K?
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What year was UPO 838K registered?
UPO 838K is a 1972 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 17 April 1972.
Is UPO 838K safe to buy?
The MOT history for UPO 838K shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does UPO 838K have outstanding finance?
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