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£8,960

1985 Land Rover Defender 90

United Kingdom • 14 May 2025

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Vehicle Details

AI Listing Summary

This 1985 Land Rover has been upgraded with a 3.5 V8 engine and benefits from a recent restoration including a new galvanized chassis. While the MOT is advisory-free until January 2026, potential buyers should verify the mileage discrepancy noted online, and factor in potential cosmetic improvements to maximize its appeal.

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Condition 

6

The vehicle is described as having undergone a recent restoration including a new chassis, body panels, brakes, suspension, and rebuilt axles. It is running and driving nicely. However, there is scope for cosmetic improvement, suggesting it's not in perfect condition.

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[Transmission]

Transmission:

SALLDVAC7AA229461

Chassis No:

Odometer:

[Odometer Reading]

G298VWD

Reg Number:

RHD/LHD:

RHD

Description Much recent expenditure including new galvanised chassis and mechanical overhaul; 3.5 V8 conversion; room to make it your own; go anywhere over anything; advisory-free MOT until January 2026 First registered in February 1985, this Land Rover is now fitted with a 3.5 petrol V8 rather than its original 2.5 diesel engine.

Coming with advisory-free MOT until January 2026, a look online does show a mileage discrepancy so we advise bidders to check this out for themselves.

We are told that it has recently undergone a substantial restoration that included a new galvanised chassis, various new body panels, new brakes all round, new suspension, rebuilt axles as well as having every fluid and serviceable item changed/serviced.

While we do not have any invoices to substantiate this work, the results are plain to see and our vendor will endeavour to locate the restoration bills prior to the sale (no promises).

With all the hard work done, this Land Rover looks the dog's whatsits bu...

Points of note

£2,180

Lowest Price (Since 2020)

£27,100

Median Price (Since 2020)

£182,941

Highest Price (Since 2020)

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MOT Information

Valid

Expires on Feb 22 2027

Latest MOT Mileage

177 miles

Registration Date

1985-12-31

MOT History

Passed

On Feb 23 2026 with 177 miles


Passed

On Jan 17 2025 with 37,648 miles


Passed

On Apr 02 2016 with 156,552 miles

There were 3 defects noted.

Advisory:
- Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
- Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
- Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

MOT Mileage Trend

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