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MVF 68P

1976 Land Rover Defender

Blue Diesel 2286cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

20,222 mi
Last recorded20,222 miles
Recorded on11 Jan 2006
Typical for 1976 Land Rover Defender48,070 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMVF 68P
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year1976
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,286cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 11 Jan 2006 20,222 miles

Direction indicators not in good working order (function impaired) (1.5.A1b)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

fuel tank bolts missing but secure

nearside front bump stop insecure

oil leak

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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MVF 68P is a 1976 Land Rover Defender in Blue with a 2,286cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

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 MVF 68P, 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 MVF 68P?

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What year was MVF 68P registered?

MVF 68P is a 1976 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 1 March 1976.

Is MVF 68P safe to buy?

The MOT history for MVF 68P shows 1 test with a 0% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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