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L321 LHH

1994 Land Rover Defender

Red Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jan 2027
Tests28 (20 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

121,945 mi
Last recorded121,945 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2025
Typical for 1994 Land Rover Defender120,267 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL321 LHH
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

20 pass 8 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2025 121,945 miles

Offside Front Fluid leak, but not excessive swivel seal weeping (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jan 2025 121,882 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2025 121,882 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 23 Nov 2023 121,784 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2022 121,724 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 23 Nov 2021 121,642 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (1.1.21 (e) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 17 Nov 2020 121,485 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2020 121,485 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Oct 2019 120,644 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2018 120,315 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2018 120,315 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Oct 2017 120,009 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2016 119,719 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2015 118,873 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2014 116,676 miles

Oil leak

n/s front swivel ball seal leaking

o/s front floor support bracket bolts missing

Pass 18 Nov 2013 114,698 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2012 113,892 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2011 111,497 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Fail 24 Nov 2011 111,497 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

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

Offside Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Pass 17 Sep 2010 109,584 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2010 109,584 miles

Centre Rear Front drive shaft coupling is excessively worn (2.5.C.1c)

Pass 22 Sep 2009 106,893 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2009 106,893 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Fail 3 Sep 2008 104,262 miles

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

Pass 3 Sep 2008 104,262 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2007 101,151 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2007 101,151 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 6 Sep 2006 93,760 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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L321 LHH is a 1994 Land Rover Defender in Red with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 L321 LHH, 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 L321 LHH registered?

L321 LHH is a 1994 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 4 January 1994.

Is L321 LHH safe to buy?

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