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1989 Land Rover Defender 2.5L Diesel · G406 GFX

G406 GFX

1989 Land Rover Defender (2.5L, diesel). First registered 13/09/1989. Recorded mileage 189,464 miles. MOT valid until 20/10/2026.

MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 20/10/2026
Tax Status
Unknown
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Fuel Type
Diesel
Year
1989
Engine
2495cc

G406 GFX Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 21/10/2025
  • 189,464 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 3 historical MOT failures
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
55
/ 100 · Below Average
DVSA Test Records Evaluated

MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.

✓ Valid MOT
! Tax Status Unknown
✗ Poor MOT pass rate (40%)
! Older vehicle
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G406 GFX Mileage History

  1. 23/09/2024188,046 mi
  2. 30/09/2024188,046 mi
  3. 16/09/2025189,464 mi+1,418 mi
  4. 20/10/2025189,464 mi
  5. 21/10/2025189,464 mi

Average of roughly 1,318 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

G406 GFX MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: 16 May 2026, 02:04
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1989 Land Rover Defender (G406 GFX) between September 2024 and October 2025.

The record contains 2 passes and 3 failures.

The most recent test on 21 October 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 3 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

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