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K433 CWN

1993 Land Rover Defender

White Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Nov 2026
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

154,481 mi
Last recorded154,481 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2025
Typical for 1993 Land Rover Defender118,574 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK433 CWN
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year1993
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2025 154,481 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2024 153,763 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2023 152,300 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2019 149,835 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security bulkhead (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 29 Nov 2017 149,239 miles

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion bulk head (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak ()

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 21 Nov 2016 145,948 miles

Body has slight corrosion chassis (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion baulk head (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded along chassis (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 18 Nov 2015 135,438 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear pipe on chassis (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 20 Nov 2014 117,199 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 25 Oct 2013 100,944 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 17 Nov 2012 97,698 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 14 Nov 2012 97,668 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Panhard rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Nov 2011 93,578 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2010 89,323 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2009 85,255 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

body corroded

underside corroded and welding to areas

Fail 11 Sep 2009 85,250 miles

Offside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Offside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

body corroded

underside corroded and welding to areas

Pass 11 Sep 2008 82,919 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2008 82,919 miles

Nearside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)

Nearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 4 Sep 2007 78,899 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2007 78,899 miles

Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 Sep 2006 73,810 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2006 73,810 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 31 Aug 2005 70,822 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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K433 CWN is a 1993 Land Rover Defender in White with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 K433 CWN, 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

How do I check the history of K433 CWN?

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What year was K433 CWN registered?

K433 CWN is a 1993 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 14 May 1993.

Is K433 CWN safe to buy?

The MOT history for K433 CWN shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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