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L54 RTU

1994 Land Rover Defender

Blue Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Mar 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

98,845 mi
Last recorded98,845 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2026
Typical for 1994 Land Rover Defender120,267 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL54 RTU
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2026 98,845 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive DIFF OIL LEAK (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Steering box has seepage SLIGHT OIL LEAK (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Fail 3 Mar 2026 98,845 miles

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

Central Rear Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover missing REAR DIFF BALL JOINT RUBBER BOOT MISSING AND EXESSIVE PLAY IN JOINT (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush excessively worn SHOCKER BUSHES EXXESIVE WEAR (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush excessively worn SHOCKER BUSHES (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has no recorded effort at a wheel HANDBRAKE DEFFECTIVE (1.3.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Oil leak, but not excessive DIFF OIL LEAK (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Steering box has seepage SLIGHT OIL LEAK (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Pass 24 Feb 2025 96,811 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2025 96,811 miles

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material brake pipe accross rear axle slight corrosion (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 19 Feb 2024 86,220 miles

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

Central Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Nearside Front Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play A frame (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Nov 2022 74,732 miles

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

Pass 15 Oct 2021 74,578 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

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

Rear Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Oct 2020 74,320 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Oct 2019 74,290 miles

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

Pass 9 Oct 2018 74,237 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2017 74,195 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2016 74,148 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2015 74,063 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2014 73,914 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Aug 2014 73,914 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2013 73,777 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2012 73,625 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2011 73,452 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 3 Aug 2010 72,856 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Aug 2009 62,338 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2008 71,987 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Jul 2007 70,902 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2006 69,432 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2006 69,114 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm insecure (2.4.G.1)

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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L54 RTU is a 1994 Land Rover Defender in Blue with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 L54 RTU, 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 L54 RTU registered?

L54 RTU is a 1994 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 10 March 1994.

Is L54 RTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for L54 RTU shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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