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L686 BNX

1994 Land Rover Defender

Blue Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2020
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

68,960 mi
Last recorded68,960 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2019
Typical for 1994 Land Rover Defender120,267 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL686 BNX
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2019 68,960 miles

Horn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))

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

Fail 7 Nov 2019 68,952 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Steering column universal joint insecure by steering box (2.1.3 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid Both front (3.5 (a))

Horn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))

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

Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play By steering box (2.2.2 (c))

Pass 11 Dec 2017 67,049 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2016 66,463 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2015 65,565 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2015 65,565 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Lower Steering column universal joint is excessively deteriorated (2.1.5)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

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

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

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

fluid around offside front brake pipe

nearside front swivel joint leaking

Pass 15 Mar 2007 60,518 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 16 Mar 2006 58,070 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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L686 BNX is a 1994 Land Rover Defender in Blue with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 L686 BNX, 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 L686 BNX registered?

L686 BNX is a 1994 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 1 February 1994.

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