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D5 JPC

1993 Land Rover Defender

White Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2020
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

197,267 mi
Last recorded197,267 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2019
Typical for 1993 Land Rover Defender118,574 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD5 JPC
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year1993
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2019 197,267 miles

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

Offside front swivel ball leaking oil

Pass 17 Aug 2018 197,267 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play front (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front hub damp

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

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced at both bump stops (6.1.1 (c) (i))

exhaust rubber broke

Pass 14 Aug 2017 193,759 miles

Nearside Front bumper sharp edges covered with tape

Offside Front Inner hub seal leaking oil

Offside Front bolt missing out of hub

both front and rear diff flange seals leaking oil

oil leaks engine /gearbox

Pass 30 Aug 2016 191,056 miles

Offside Front hub seal leaking

Pass 29 Jul 2015 185,825 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

slight fuel leak

Pass 19 Aug 2014 181,022 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 176,297 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2012 170,757 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2011 164,780 miles

HEADLIGHT IMAGES DETERIORATING

Pass 24 Aug 2010 160,816 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 155,974 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2008 152,792 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2008 152,790 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Pass 30 Jul 2007 150,307 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2006 147,586 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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D5 JPC is a 1993 Land Rover Defender in White with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1993 Land Rover Defender models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.8% with a typical mileage of 118,574 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 D5 JPC, 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 33 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 D5 JPC registered?

D5 JPC is a 1993 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 31 December 1993.

Is D5 JPC safe to buy?

The MOT history for D5 JPC shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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