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K451 FYN

1993 Land Rover Defender

White Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2019
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

102,104 mi
Last recorded102,104 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2018
Typical for 1993 Land Rover Defender118,574 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK451 FYN
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year1993
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2018 102,104 miles

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

wipers smearing

Fail 7 Jun 2018 102,101 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level significantly below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Nearside Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt behind wheel (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt in front of wheel (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Steering locking device missing (2.1.3 (d))

Offside Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt behind wheel (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop arm (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

wiper blades smearing

Pass 13 Jun 2017 92,836 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 85,241 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2015 79,307 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 4 Jun 2015 79,307 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 9 Jun 2014 74,863 miles

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 5 Jun 2013 71,725 miles
Fail 21 May 2013 71,714 miles

Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 6 Jun 2012 69,229 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 67,655 miles

slight play in nearside rear wheel bearing

Pass 29 May 2010 65,346 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2009 63,700 miles

Nearside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Pass 13 Jun 2009 63,700 miles
Pass 17 May 2008 60,787 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Fail 17 May 2008 60,787 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 Jun 2007 58,285 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2006 52,596 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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K451 FYN is a 1993 Land Rover Defender in White with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 K451 FYN, 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.

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What year was K451 FYN registered?

K451 FYN is a 1993 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 31 December 1993.

Is K451 FYN safe to buy?

The MOT history for K451 FYN shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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