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YWK 511X

1982 Land Rover Defender

Green Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2024
Tests23 (14 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate60.9%

Mileage

51,316 mi
Last recorded51,316 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2023
Typical for 1982 Land Rover Defender59,884 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYWK 511X
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year1982
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

14 pass 9 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2023 51,316 miles

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

Fail 25 Oct 2023 51,316 miles

Brake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Fuel tank leaking excessively or a risk of fire (6.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 27 Oct 2021 51,214 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2020 51,100 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2020 51,100 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 16 Aug 2019 51,030 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

dampness around fuel tank

water leak from water pump?

Pass 24 Jan 2018 50,962 miles

signs of seepage around fuel tank.

Fail 23 Jan 2018 50,962 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Service brake is causing the vehicle to swerve to the offside (3.7.C.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 31 Aug 2017 50,941 miles

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

signs of seepage from fuel tank.

water leak from water pump

Pass 18 Aug 2016 50,658 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2016 50,649 miles

Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement hand brake (3.5.1k)

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

exhaust mount rear clamp rusted.

Pass 6 Aug 2015 50,199 miles

nail in n/s/f tyre and nearing limits

Fail 6 Aug 2015 580,199 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

nail in n/s/f tyre and nearing limits

Pass 12 Aug 2014 48,994 miles

Nearside Front Electrical wiring deteriorated, but not likely to become detached (1.9.2b)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

both front brakes stiff to turn by hand

Pass 5 Aug 2013 48,009 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 44,514 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 43,440 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 20 May 2011 43,440 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 May 2010 41,742 miles
Fail 6 May 2010 41,742 miles

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

Pass 8 May 2009 40,272 miles
Pass 29 May 2008 39,826 miles

N/S/R and O/S/R Tyres starting to perish

Fail 16 May 2008 39,826 miles

Centre Front Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Front Lower Steering box insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Offside Front Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

N/S/R and O/S/R Tyres starting to perish

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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YWK 511X is a 1982 Land Rover Defender in Green with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60.9%.

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 YWK 511X, 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 YWK 511X registered?

YWK 511X is a 1982 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 13 July 1982.

Is YWK 511X safe to buy?

The MOT history for YWK 511X shows 23 tests with a 60.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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