MOT Status
ValidMileage
180,180 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
Rear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Front Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively FORWARD UJ ON FRONT PROP (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
Offside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
How Reliable is the Land Rover Defender?
Based on 2,960,045 MOT tests across 181,953 vehicles.
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L649 LAO is a 1994 Land Rover Defender in Green with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.
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 L649 LAO, 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.
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How do I check the history of L649 LAO?
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What year was L649 LAO registered?
L649 LAO is a 1994 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 24 February 1994.
Is L649 LAO safe to buy?
The MOT history for L649 LAO shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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