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L483 YAC

1994 Land Rover Defender

Blue Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2022
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

115,933 mi
Last recorded115,933 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2021
Typical for 1994 Land Rover Defender120,267 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL483 YAC
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2021 115,933 miles

Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security bulk head has corrosion near battery area (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear chassis (cross member has corrosion to outer corners no tow bar fitted) (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 20 Feb 2020 113,811 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2019 111,015 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2018 108,062 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2017 104,449 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2016 100,226 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2014 95,746 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Lower Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

Pass 6 Jan 2014 91,674 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Prop-shaft universal joint worn

Pass 11 Dec 2012 87,123 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2012 92,383 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 21 Dec 2010 77,306 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2009 72,352 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2008 67,852 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 8 Dec 2008 67,852 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2008 63,929 miles

Offside Front Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

Pass 4 Jan 2008 63,929 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2006 59,973 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 18 Dec 2006 59,973 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2005 56,203 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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L483 YAC is a 1994 Land Rover Defender in Blue with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 L483 YAC, 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 L483 YAC registered?

L483 YAC is a 1994 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 9 June 1994.

Is L483 YAC safe to buy?

The MOT history for L483 YAC shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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