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C13 CKR

1995 Land Rover Defender

Green Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Aug 2026
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

108,568 mi
Last recorded108,568 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2025
Typical for 1995 Land Rover Defender117,469 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC13 CKR
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year1995
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2025 108,568 miles

Coil spring corroded all four (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced general under body corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 12 Mar 2024 106,608 miles

Coil spring corroded all 4 springs corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced general under body corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 9 Dec 2022 105,706 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Pass 10 Dec 2021 103,459 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive transfer box (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Dec 2021 103,459 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive transfer box (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 5 Nov 2021 103,416 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive transfer box (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Nov 2020 103,045 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive TRANSFER BOX (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive DIFFERENTIAL PINION (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Oct 2020 103,037 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements SPACING INCORRECT (0.1 (d))

Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced REAR X MEMBER (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive TRANSFER BOX (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive DIFFERENTIAL PINION (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Oct 2019 101,304 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush top bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 15 Oct 2018 100,089 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2018 100,085 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded accross rear axle (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Oct 2017 98,271 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2016 95,230 miles

rear box deteriorated

Pass 1 Oct 2015 93,412 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2015 93,312 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 13 Oct 2014 85,600 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2013 77,750 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2013 77,710 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 9 Oct 2012 69,812 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2011 60,653 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2010 55,822 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2009 55,181 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 17 Oct 2009 55,181 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2008 54,413 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2007 53,789 miles

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 23 Oct 2006 53,070 miles

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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C13 CKR is a 1995 Land Rover Defender in Green with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

Across all 1995 Land Rover Defender models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.6% with a typical mileage of 117,469 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 C13 CKR, 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 31 years old, this Land Rover Defender is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C13 CKR registered?

C13 CKR is a 1995 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 31 December 1995.

Is C13 CKR safe to buy?

The MOT history for C13 CKR shows 26 tests with a 73.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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