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K803 DNT

1993 Land Rover Defender

Orange Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2021
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

150,929 mi
Last recorded150,929 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2020
Typical for 1993 Land Rover Defender118,574 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK803 DNT
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year1993
ColourOrange
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2020 150,929 miles

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

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Steering arm modified, but not inappropriately drag link has been welded (2.1.3 (f) (i))

Tyre wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch (5.2.3 (f))

drivers sun visor does not stow away nut not seriously affecting drivers view

Fail 27 Nov 2020 150,795 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (5.2.3 (f))

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt on top of axle (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached split pin missing (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))

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

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Steering arm modified, but not inappropriately drag link has been welded (2.1.3 (f) (i))

Tyre wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch (5.2.3 (f))

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

drivers sun visor does not stow away nut not seriously affecting drivers view

Pass 15 Nov 2019 147,540 miles

All four tyres showing signs of cracking on sidewalls

Pass 9 Mar 2018 146,601 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2017 142,094 miles

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

Pass 24 Feb 2016 137,594 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Jan 2015 133,697 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2014 131,462 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2013 128,193 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2012 123,074 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2011 118,345 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2010 113,822 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2009 109,498 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2008 104,480 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2007 98,787 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2006 95,837 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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K803 DNT is a 1993 Land Rover Defender in Orange with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 K803 DNT, 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 K803 DNT registered?

K803 DNT is a 1993 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 1 June 1993.

Is K803 DNT safe to buy?

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