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1989 LAND ROVER DEFENDER2.5L Diesel

F698 LFJ

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Free vehicle summary for F698 LFJ: 1989 LAND ROVER DEFENDER (Red, Diesel). Mileage: 147,000. MOT: valid. Tax: untaxed.

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Expires 05/01/2027

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Mileage: 147,000
Fuel: Diesel
Year: 1989
Engine: 2495cc

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! Average MOT pass rate (60%)

! Older vehicle

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AI Analysis · MOT Narrative

Our records for this Land Rover Defender (F698 LFJ) from 1989 show a total of 5 MOT tests between November 2023 and January 2026.

Historically, this vehicle has passed 60% of its MOT tests, totaling 3 passes against 2 fails. The pass rate is roughly in line with national averages for vehicles of this age.

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