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K853 GAC

1993 Land Rover Defender

Blue Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Dec 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

123,537 mi
Last recorded123,537 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2025
Typical for 1993 Land Rover Defender118,574 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK853 GAC
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2025 123,537 miles
Pass 8 May 2024 120,349 miles

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

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 10 May 2023 111,789 miles

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside (1.1.11 (c))

nearside front swivel hub seal slight leak

Pass 31 Jul 2019 111,738 miles

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

Front propshaft sliding joint slightly worn

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Floor not fully secure corroded (6.2.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 29 Jul 2019 111,738 miles

Offside Front Seat belt webbing significantly weakened (7.1.2 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Front propshaft sliding joint slightly worn

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Floor not fully secure corroded (6.2.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 27 Jul 2018 111,725 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2018 111,725 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 11 Apr 2017 111,020 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 109,897 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 108,998 miles

Oil leak

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Prop-shaft universal joint worn

Fail 21 Apr 2015 108,998 miles

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front Intermediate drop arm insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Nearside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Steering component deformed and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Prop-shaft universal joint worn

all tyres flat at under 10 psi

Pass 8 Apr 2014 107,435 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2013 106,114 miles

Offside Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Fail 27 Mar 2013 106,114 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Pass 8 Mar 2012 104,596 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 100,656 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2010 95,530 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2009 91,771 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2008 86,597 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2007 82,096 miles

Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 20 Jan 2006 77,367 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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K853 GAC is a 1993 Land Rover Defender in Blue with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 K853 GAC, 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 K853 GAC registered?

K853 GAC is a 1993 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 23 February 1993.

Is K853 GAC safe to buy?

The MOT history for K853 GAC shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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