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L254 OYC

1994 Land Rover Defender

Red Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2020
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

212,959 mi
Last recorded212,959 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2019
Typical for 1994 Land Rover Defender120,267 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL254 OYC
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2019 212,959 miles

Rear tyres worn

parking brake long

Fail 7 Nov 2019 212,955 miles

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

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

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

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

Rear tyres worn

parking brake long

Fail 30 Oct 2019 212,863 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure mounting bolt (5.3.3 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 7 Nov 2018 209,623 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Nearside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security battery tray. (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

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

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

Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 28 Oct 2017 203,328 miles

Front Wiper blades smearing screen

Nearside Front Axle bush Knocking with use of shaker play! Marked! needs tightening up?

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

No hand brake/master cylinder warning lamp?

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Offside Front Sreering ball joint rubber split! Advised replace.inner wheel arch marked.

Oil leak ()

Rear Both shock absorber top washers spinning!

Pass 14 Oct 2016 194,796 miles

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

Pass 23 Oct 2015 185,984 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2014 180,677 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2013 176,083 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2012 168,884 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2011 163,224 miles

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

Pass 14 Oct 2011 163,224 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2010 156,507 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2009 149,424 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2008 141,710 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2007 137,087 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2006 132,231 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2005 122,755 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

both rear tyre tread depths getting low

some damage to both outer seat belts

Fail 11 Oct 2005 122,755 miles

Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

both rear tyre tread depths getting low

slight damage to both outer seat belts

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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L254 OYC is a 1994 Land Rover Defender in Red with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 L254 OYC, 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

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What year was L254 OYC registered?

L254 OYC is a 1994 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 17 January 1994.

Is L254 OYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for L254 OYC shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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