MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
71,467 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)
Nearside Body has a projection caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)
Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
Offside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)
Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)
offside front floor corroded
How Reliable is the Land Rover Defender?
Based on 2,960,045 MOT tests across 181,953 vehicles.
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LDP 197P is a 1976 Land Rover Defender in Blue with a 2,286cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
Across all 1976 Land Rover Defender models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.4% with a typical mileage of 48,070 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 LDP 197P, 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 50 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 LDP 197P?
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What year was LDP 197P registered?
LDP 197P is a 1976 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 1 February 1976.
Is LDP 197P safe to buy?
The MOT history for LDP 197P shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does LDP 197P have outstanding finance?
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