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L245 FFV

1994 Land Rover Defender

Green Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jun 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

181,693 mi
Last recorded181,693 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 1994 Land Rover Defender120,267 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL245 FFV
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year1994
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2026 181,693 miles

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

Power steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 25 Jun 2025 178,346 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front pedal box corroded, not considered excessive

Pass 5 Jun 2024 174,653 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Near side low (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 27 Jun 2023 171,469 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Fail 27 Jun 2023 171,469 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 9 Jun 2022 168,330 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Front and rear (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 18 Jun 2021 168,330 miles

Offside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

Offside Front hub seal seeping

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 24 Jun 2020 167,952 miles

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

Offside Front Inner PAD`S WORN IN CALIPER.

Pass 29 May 2019 162,191 miles

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

Pass 27 Jun 2018 157,169 miles

Offside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Jun 2017 151,687 miles

Nearside Rear TYRE PERISHED.

Fail 26 Jun 2017 151,687 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear TYRE PERISHED.

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 23 Jun 2016 145,846 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2016 145,846 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Nearside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Pass 27 May 2015 139,832 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2014 138,585 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2013 135,559 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Jun 2012 127,592 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2011 120,901 miles

Oil leak

Pass 9 Jun 2010 114,144 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 109,442 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2008 103,896 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jun 2007 99,093 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 22 Jun 2006 94,398 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image too far to the left (1.6.B4)

Pass 22 Jun 2006 94,398 miles

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

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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L245 FFV is a 1994 Land Rover Defender in Green with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

Across all 1994 Land Rover Defender models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.3% with a typical mileage of 120,267 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 L245 FFV, 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 32 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 L245 FFV?

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What year was L245 FFV registered?

L245 FFV is a 1994 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 1 January 1994.

Is L245 FFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for L245 FFV shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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