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A7 PFE

1988 Land Rover Defender

White Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 May 2027
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

184,921 mi
Last recorded184,921 miles
Recorded on20 May 2026
Typical for 1988 Land Rover Defender127,342 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA7 PFE
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 20 May 2026 184,921 miles
Pass 22 May 2025 184,917 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2024 184,435 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2023 184,423 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2018 184,373 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2016 180,814 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2015 172,661 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2014 162,609 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2013 153,802 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2012 152,125 miles

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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A7 PFE is a 1988 Land Rover Defender in White with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1988 Land Rover Defender models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.9% with a typical mileage of 127,342 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 A7 PFE, 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 38 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 A7 PFE?

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What year was A7 PFE registered?

A7 PFE is a 1988 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 19 January 1988.

Is A7 PFE safe to buy?

The MOT history for A7 PFE shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A7 PFE have outstanding finance?

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