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C4 EAE

1995 Land Rover Defender

Black Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2025
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

68,989 mi
Last recorded68,989 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2024
Typical for 1995 Land Rover Defender117,469 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC4 EAE
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2024 68,989 miles

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

slight play in both steering swivels

Pass 7 Mar 2023 67,710 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2022 207,716 miles

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

Fail 8 Feb 2022 207,716 miles

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

Front Fuel hose leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Aug 2019 207,587 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Fail 1 Aug 2019 207,587 miles

Nearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing significantly weakened (7.1.2 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Pass 25 Jul 2018 204,189 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2017 201,035 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2016 198,890 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2015 194,395 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 29 Jul 2014 190,327 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2013 185,898 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 26 Jul 2013 185,898 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2012 181,351 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2011 176,650 miles

Centre Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 27 Jul 2011 176,650 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2010 172,158 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2009 167,332 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2008 163,081 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Oil leak

Pass 30 Jul 2007 155,138 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2006 143,459 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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C4 EAE is a 1995 Land Rover Defender in Black with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 C4 EAE, 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 C4 EAE registered?

C4 EAE is a 1995 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 1 August 1995.

Is C4 EAE safe to buy?

The MOT history for C4 EAE shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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