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D694 LSJ

1986 Land Rover Defender

Black Diesel 2494cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Aug 2027
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

109,287 mi
Last recorded109,287 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2026
Typical for 1986 Land Rover Defender124,952 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD694 LSJ
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year1986
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2026 109,287 miles

Brake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Fail 18 Aug 2026 109,263 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

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

Steering box fixing bolts missing (2.1.2 (c) (i))

Brake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Pass 20 Aug 2025 108,231 miles

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

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

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

both front springs not seated correctly

Fail 19 Aug 2025 108,218 miles

Headlamp aim too high both sides (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Drag link end ball joint dust cover missing (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Steering locking device missing drag link end (2.1.3 (d))

Rear reflector missing both sides (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

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

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

Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported front to rear (1.1.11 (d) (i))

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

Nearside gearbox mounting loose

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

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

Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported both sides (1.1.11 (d) (i))

both front springs not seated correctly

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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D694 LSJ is a 1986 Land Rover Defender in Black with a 2,494cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1986 Land Rover Defender models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.7% with a typical mileage of 124,952 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 D694 LSJ, 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 40 years old, this Land Rover Defender is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of D694 LSJ?

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What year was D694 LSJ registered?

D694 LSJ is a 1986 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 12 September 1986.

Is D694 LSJ safe to buy?

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