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CWP 233N

1974 Land Rover Defender

Red Petrol 2200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Dec 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

21,514 mi
Last recorded21,514 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2025
Typical for 1974 Land Rover Defender58,492 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCWP 233N
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year1974
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,200cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2025 21,514 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2024 21,483 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2023 21,471 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2022 21,461 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2021 21,449 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2020 21,328 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2019 21,295 miles

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

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 16 Apr 2018 21,248 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 21,129 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 21,049 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 20,937 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 20,736 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2013 20,621 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2012 20,332 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Apr 2012 20,332 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 19,846 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 19,674 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 18,690 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2008 18,408 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2008 18,404 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 17 Nov 2006 18,316 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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CWP 233N is a 1974 Land Rover Defender in Red with a 2,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

Across all 1974 Land Rover Defender models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.0% with a typical mileage of 58,492 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 CWP 233N, 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 52 years old, this Land Rover Defender is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CWP 233N registered?

CWP 233N is a 1974 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 1 September 1974.

Is CWP 233N safe to buy?

The MOT history for CWP 233N shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CWP 233N have outstanding finance?

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