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L508 YAC

1994 Land Rover Defender

Red Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Dec 2026
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

105,459 mi
Last recorded105,459 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2025
Typical for 1994 Land Rover Defender120,267 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL508 YAC
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2025 105,459 miles

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

Pass 10 Dec 2024 104,704 miles

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

diesel injector return pipe weeping

engine oil low

Fail 10 Dec 2024 104,704 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

diesel injector return pipe weeping

engine oil low

Pass 8 Dec 2023 103,907 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

diesel fuel return pipe weeping

Pass 4 Dec 2023 103,906 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

engine oil low

Pass 13 Dec 2022 102,218 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2021 101,487 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2020 99,463 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2019 96,975 miles
Pass 22 May 2018 96,464 miles

misting of oil around central differential

Fail 22 May 2018 96,464 miles

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

Front Position lamp not working both (4.2.1 (a))

misting of oil around central differential

Pass 6 May 2017 93,304 miles

Misting of oil around central differential

Pass 7 May 2016 92,857 miles
Pass 16 May 2015 88,548 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 7 Jun 2014 84,946 miles

Rear axle support arm rubber boot deteriorating

Fail 31 May 2014 84,944 miles

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Rear axle support arm rubber boot deteriorating

Pass 13 Jul 2013 80,878 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2012 80,342 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2011 75,464 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2010 74,421 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2009 66,277 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2008 60,628 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2007 59,503 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2007 59,503 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Jul 2006 53,286 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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L508 YAC is a 1994 Land Rover Defender in Red 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 L508 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 L508 YAC registered?

L508 YAC is a 1994 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 3 May 1994.

Is L508 YAC safe to buy?

The MOT history for L508 YAC 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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