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VDV 707X

1982 Land Rover Defender

Green Petrol 2286cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2024
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

6,143 mi
Last recorded6,143 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2023
Typical for 1982 Land Rover Defender59,884 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVDV 707X
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year1982
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,286cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2023 6,143 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2022 4,711 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2022 4,704 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 16 Aug 2021 3,767 miles

Offside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive hub (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Aug 2020 2,883 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2020 2,883 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 21 Aug 2019 1,978 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 21 Aug 2019 1,978 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 22 May 2018 100,679 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Slight play in N/S/R Wheel bearing

Pass 30 Apr 2016 95,989 miles

Slight dampness around the back of the Nearside front drum

oil leak

Pass 17 Apr 2015 92,078 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Oil leak

Fail 17 Apr 2015 92,078 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Oil leak

unable to check both rear wheel bearings due to brakes binding on at the time of the test

Pass 17 Mar 2006 89,364 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2006 89,293 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Front Lower Tie bar/rod insecure (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

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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VDV 707X is a 1982 Land Rover Defender in Green with a 2,286cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 1982 Land Rover Defender models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.7% with a typical mileage of 59,884 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 VDV 707X, 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 44 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 VDV 707X registered?

VDV 707X is a 1982 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 15 January 1982.

Is VDV 707X safe to buy?

The MOT history for VDV 707X shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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