MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
189,574 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Nearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Offside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
Offside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Oil leak, but not excessive Multiple transmission leaks (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
Nearside Rear Brake drum contaminated (1.1.14 (b))
Offside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))
Rear fog lamp lens defective such that emitted light is adversely affected (4.5.1 (b) (ii))
Nearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Offside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
Offside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Oil leak, but not excessive Multiple transmission leaks (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
ENGINE COVER FITTED
Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
Rear Oil leak, but not excessive DIFF (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Steering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS
Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
Nearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
ENGINE COVER FITTED
Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
Rear Oil leak, but not excessive DIFF (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Steering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened both (5.2.2a)
Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened both (5.2.2a)
Offside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened both (5.2.2a)
Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened both (5.2.2a)
Nearside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)
Non obligatory mirror damaged
Offside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)
Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
drivers footwell has corrosion
steering shaft rubbing on intake pipe and cable
Nearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
Nearside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)
Non obligatory mirror damaged
Offside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)
Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
drivers footwell has corrosion
steering shaft rubbing on intake pipe and cable
Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Non obligatory mirror damaged
Offside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
steering shaft rubbing on bonnet cable and air pipe
Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Non obligatory mirror damaged
Offside Front Drag link end loose (2.2.B.1d)
Offside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
steering shaft rubbing on bonnet cable and air pipe
Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
centre seat not fitted at time of test
horn weak
Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
centre seat not fitted at time of test
horn weak
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L455 SHC is a 1993 Land Rover Defender in Blue with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.
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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 L455 SHC, 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.
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L455 SHC is a 1993 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 16 November 1993.
Is L455 SHC safe to buy?
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