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L19 MUD

1993 Land Rover Defender

White Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Aug 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

211,047 mi
Last recorded211,047 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2026
Typical for 1993 Land Rover Defender118,574 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL19 MUD
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year1993
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2026 211,047 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2025 208,681 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2024 205,556 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2023 202,284 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2022 199,527 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2021 198,223 miles

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

Pass 15 Aug 2020 195,893 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2018 193,251 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jun 2017 190,847 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2016 187,283 miles
Pass 23 May 2015 184,937 miles
Pass 19 May 2014 180,686 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2013 175,003 miles
Pass 19 May 2012 170,345 miles
Pass 14 May 2011 166,055 miles
Pass 8 May 2010 160,320 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2008 155,936 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

slight damage on n/s/f and o/s/f seatbelts.

Fail 4 Apr 2008 155,936 miles

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

Nearside Front Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear brake disc contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Front Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear brake disc contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)

Power steering component(s) leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)

Steering retaining device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

slight damage on n/s/f and o/s/f seatbelts.

Pass 3 Mar 2007 144,561 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2006 128,032 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

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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L19 MUD is a 1993 Land Rover Defender in White with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 L19 MUD, 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 L19 MUD?

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What year was L19 MUD registered?

L19 MUD is a 1993 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 2 August 1993.

Is L19 MUD safe to buy?

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