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L52 WCC

1993 Land Rover Defender

Red Diesel 2395cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2025
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

185,546 mi
Last recorded185,546 miles
Recorded on15 May 2025
Typical for 1993 Land Rover Defender118,574 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL52 WCC
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,395cc

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Fail 15 May 2025 185,546 miles

Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (1.1.21 (e) (i))

Central Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn radius arm n/s and o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Bulk head (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Upper Steering column universal joint insecure to the extent there is excessive movement at the mountings and lower (2.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 May 2024 182,104 miles

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 14 May 2024 182,102 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Nearside Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Centre (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 8 May 2023 179,001 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2022 177,549 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2022 177,484 miles

Bonnet primary retaining device ineffective (3.1 (c))

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))

Central Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake pipe excessively corroded n/s and o/s (1.1.11 (c))

Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced n/s and o/s out rigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Side repeater missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded at foot well (1.1.21 (e) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced out rigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength n/s and o/s (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play n/s and o/s (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Steering box insecure to the extent there is excessive movement at the mountings (2.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Aug 2021 174,739 miles

Offside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 18 Aug 2020 171,523 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2020 171,486 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Axle swivel joint so worn or insecure in a stub axle that directional stability is impaired (5.1.2 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Aug 2019 168,465 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2018 165,220 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2017 161,985 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2016 157,826 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 25 Aug 2015 153,699 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2015 153,668 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 7 Aug 2014 149,307 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2013 145,516 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2012 140,540 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2011 134,469 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2011 134,469 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 23 Aug 2010 127,965 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 120,608 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2009 120,608 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 8 Aug 2008 111,168 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2007 99,164 miles

Nearside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

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

Pass 21 Jul 2006 90,387 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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L52 WCC is a 1993 Land Rover Defender in Red with a 2,395cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

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 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 L52 WCC, 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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What year was L52 WCC registered?

L52 WCC is a 1993 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 2 November 1993.

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